103598-9
LaboratoryDirect antiglobulin test.polyspecific reagent [Presence] on Red Blood Cells from Fetus
Definition
The direct antiglobulin test is used to detect the presence of antibodies or complement proteins bound to the surface of red blood cells. It is primarily utilized in the diagnosis of immune-mediated hemolytic anemias and transfusion reactions. [PMID: 22566278]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Direct antiglobulin test.polyspecific reagent
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
RBC^Fetus
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
BLDBK
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
DAT Poly-Sp Reag RBC Fetus Ql
Display Name
Direct antiglobulin test.polyspecific reagent Ql (RBC fetus)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 103598-9?
LOINC code 103598-9 identifies "Direct antiglobulin test.polyspecific reagent [Presence] on Red Blood Cells from Fetus". The direct antiglobulin test is used to detect the presence of antibodies or complement proteins bound to the surface of red blood cells. It is primarily utilized in the diagnosis of immune-mediated hemolytic anemias and transfusion reactions. [PMID: 22566278]
What does 103598-9 measure?
This code measures Direct antiglobulin test.polyspecific reagent in RBC^Fetus. It belongs to the BLDBK class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.