| Definition |
The device is an indirect immunofluorescence assay utilizing monoclonal antibodies and flow cytometry in the quantitative determination of complement 4d (C4d) and complement receptor 1 (CR1) on the surface of erythrocytes from EDTA anti-coagulated whole blood. The C4d and CR1 results are used in a ratio as an aid in the diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus. |