86160 Complement antigen
Pathology & Lab
Also known as: Complement levels, complement protein assay
Complement antigen test measures the level of specific complement proteins (C1, C3, C4, etc.), assessing complement system function and nutritional status.
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate complement consumption in lupus nephritis, post-infectious glomerulonephritis, and immune complex diseases. Low levels indicate increased consumption.
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