Mannan-Binding Lectin Pathway Function Test (C4b)

Test Code
39788


CPT Codes
86161

Preferred Specimen
2 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.1 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 28 days
Frozen: 1 year


Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
Monday-Friday Morning Report available: 5 Days


Reference Range
>200 ng/mL


Clinical Significance
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.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.