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Is a consistantly low c4 complement level but normal c1 inhibitor and functional level normal for hae if not in a flare?

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Low C4: Yes this is normal for some hae patients, a low C4 is a hallmark of hae and you can have normal levels and function of c1 esterase inhibitor in between attacks in some individuals.

Answered 2/13/2015

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Yes: The C4 and c1inh level are usually low even in the absence of an exacerbation.

Answered 2/13/2015

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