DIAGNOSTIC TEST 920

C1q

Diagnostic test for C1q. For investigation of inflammatory system disorders, glomerulonephritis and recurrent urticaria or angioedema.

Indication

Investigation of inflammatory system disorders, glomerulonephritis and recurrent urticaria/angioedema. In some patients, C1q should be followed as an indicator of disease activity.

Method

The analysis is performed on plasma with nephelometry.

Result

The result is given as value in mg/L and as normal, elevated or lowered. Reference interval: 182-288 mg/L.

Interpretation

C1q is a component of the C1 complex of the classical pathway of complement activation. Several functions have been assigned to C1q, which include antibody-dependent and independent immune functions, and are considered to be mediated by C1q receptors present on the effector cell surface.

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How to order

This test is available worldwide for hospitals, clinics, and physicians.

  1. Print and complete the request form

    Download the request form. Clearly state the name and phone number of the referring hospital, clinic, or physician.
  2. Prepare your samples

    EDTA Plasma: At least 0.5 mL blood plasma (EDTA tubes).
  3. Send samples and request form

    Within Sweden
    Send samples frozen to:
    Envelopes and smaller boxes:
    Wieslab AB, Box 50117, 20211 Malmö, Sweden

    Larger boxes and frozen samples:
    Wieslab AB, Lundavägen 151, 21224 Malmö, Sweden

    International
    Send samples frozen to:
    Wieslab AB, Lundavägen 151, 21224 Malmö, Sweden

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Last updated: 2025-08-18