Total complement activity
C4 (C) | FB (A) | C3 | CH50 | Conditions |
---|---|---|---|---|
· | ↓ | ↓ | ↓ | PSG, C3 NeF AA |
↓ | · | ↓ | · | HA, C4D |
· | · | · | ↓ | TCPD |
↓ | · /↓ | ↓ | ↓ | SLE |
↑ | ↑ | ↑ | ↑ | inflammation |
Total complement activity is a test performed to assess the level of functioning of the complement system.
The terms "CH50"[1] or "CH100" may refer to this test.
It identifies a reduction in function, but does not identify which specific component is involved.
References
- ↑ Michael T. Lotze; Angus W. Thomson (2005). Measuring immunity: basic biology and clinical assessment. Academic Press. pp. 151–. ISBN 978-0-12-455900-4. Retrieved 3 December 2010.
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