Surfactant Protein Deficiency

The determination of the amount of surfactant protein D present in a sample.

Deficiency of surfactant protein D. When present in normal amounts, this protein offers protection against pulmonary infection and inflammation.

Deficiency of surfactant protein C. It leads to progressive lung fibrosis.

Deficiency of surfactant protein B. It presents with severe respiratory distress-like illness and responds poorly to exogenous administration of surfactant.

Deficiency of surfactant protein ABCA3. It leads to respiratory distress that is often fatal.

Deficiency of surfactant protein A. When present in normal amounts, this protein protects the lungs against a variety of bacteria, viruses, and…