Mannose Binding Lectin (MBL)

Department of Immunology

Notes

• MBL deficiency plays a role in the predisposition to infection in individuals with other defects of immunity.
• Testing is rarely indicated. May be useful in recurrent infections in childhood or during chemotherapy.
• Test performed at PRU, Northern General Hospital, Sheffield.

Sample Requirements

Clotted blood. (No patient preparation or special handling required)

Adult

5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only)

Paediatric

1ml Serum Sample

Turnaround Times

4 weeks

Time Limit for Add-ons

3 days

Reference Range

0.7 – 6.0 mg/L