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86162 Complement total (ch50)

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: CH50, total complement, total hemolytic complement

Complement total (CH50) test measures the total hemolytic complement activity of the classical complement pathway using antibody-coated sheep red blood cells.

Clinical Context

Screens for complement pathway defects and complement consumption. Normal CH50 with low C3/C4 suggests C1q deficiency. Used in lupus and vasculitis evaluation.

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Specialties

ImmunologyClinical PathologyRheumatology

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