Mannose Binding Lectin

Test/Investigation

Mannose Binding Lectin

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

Referral laboratory

Also Known as/Frequency of Test

MBL

Indications

Low concentration of MBL is common and can occur in healthy people. MBL deficiencies are associated with an increased risk of infection in early childhood or other immunodeficiency states (e.g. chemotherapy/transplant). The results must be interpreted alongside the patient’s clinical features.

Comments/Precautions

Discuss with immunology. Referred outside of EPA.

Sample type

Serum

Turnaround times (TAT) Urgent/Routine/GP or OPD

4 weeks