C1 Esterase Inhibitor Ag

Test ID: Z0091

CPT code: 86160
LOINC: 4477-6
Specimen Type: Red or SST
Frequency: 3 – 4 days shift.
Instructions: 1 mL Serum from Red or SST, Ambient, Separate within 1 hour. Min 0.5 mL.
Text: C1 esterase inhibitor is decreased in hereditary angioneurotic edema. The more common form (85% of patients) is due to a decrease in the amount of C1 esterase inhibitor. A less common form (15% of patients) is due to a defect where quantitative levels may be normal. Both must be tested for due to the potential life-threatening nature of the illness.
Methodology: Immunologic, quantitative

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