Clinical Immunology National Center, SAS-UCV and The WHO/PAHO-SAS Collaborative Center in Clinical Immunology, Venezuela
Abstract:
A C1q solid phase microassay was designed for the rapid detection of circulating immune complexes. Its level of sensitivity is comparable to that of the Raji cell and greater than the C1q binding assay; furthermore, it is faster and low in cost. These conditions make it more practical and applicable in the clinical setting.