Complement Panel — C3, C4, CH50, AH50
Complement component quantification with total haemolytic activity, used to investigate recurrent infections, suspected complement deficiency, and immune complex disease activity. Requires careful sample handling as complement degrades quickly.
- Sample type
- Blood (serum)
- Turnaround
- 8–12 business days
- Fasting
- Not required
- Collection
- Collection centre only
What's measured (4 groups)
- C3 and C4 concentration
- CH50 (classical pathway)
- AH50 (alternative pathway)
- C1q where indicated
How to prepare
- No fasting required
- Sample must reach the laboratory frozen — collection-centre visit recommended
Partner accredited immunology laboratory
Results are released to your Meridian Health account and can be shared with your treating clinician. Lab results are best interpreted alongside your clinical history — book a consultation if you'd like to review them with a doctor.
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