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A member asked:

Do c2, c3, and c4 have to be tested at the same time as ch50 to get meaningful picture? doc forgot to order ch50. he wants to order ch50 by itself.

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Dr. Tracy Lovell answered

See below: Not necessary but if an acute event is occuring you would ideally want to order all.

Dr Omrani agreed

Answered 7/14/2013

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