Test Code MBLF Mannan-Binding Lectin Pathway Function Test (C4b), Serum
Clinical Indications
Deficiency in either MBL or
MASP-2 appears
to predispose individuals
to serious infections (e.g. pneumonitis, sepsis, osteomyelitis,
gastroenteritis and meningitis) especially during childhood
before
the adaptive immunity has fully developed.
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Name: MBL FUNCTION TEST (aka
MBLF)
Sunquest Order Code: MBLF
Epic Px Code: LAB2889
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Gold
Acceptable: Red
Minimum Collection Volume
0.1 mL
Reference Range
The assay range is approximately 135 to 3100. Results less
than
200 ng/mL indicate deficiency. This range is the mean plus 3
standard deviations with sera obtained from a population of
deficient individuals.
Critical Value
N/A
Interpretation
N/A
Rejection Criteria
Specimens beyond their acceptable length of time from
collection
as listed in the specimen stability
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
2 Days
Specimen Stability
Ambient (preferred): 1 week
Refrigerated: 4 weeks
Frozen: Greater than 3 months
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH-Mail Outs
CPT Code
86161
LOINC Code
N/A
Test Alias
Mannose-Binding Lectin Pathway Function Test (C4b), Serum
Additional Information / Notes
Turnaround time: 5-7 business days from receipt of specimen