104644-0
LaboratoryCobalt IgE Ab [Presence] in Serum by Radioallergosorbent test (RAST)
Definition
This test is a specific immunological test that measures the level of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies against cobalt in a person's blood serum. IgE antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to exposure to certain allergens or substances, and their presence indicates an allergic reaction. This test is used to help diagnose occupational asthma or other respiratory allergic conditions caused by exposure to cobalt, which is a low molecular weight agent commonly found in various industrial and manufacturing settings.[PMID 7939614]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cobalt Ab.IgE
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser
Scale Type
SemiQn
Method Type
RAST
Details
Class
ALLERGY
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Cobalt IgE RAST
Display Name
Cobalt IgE RAST (S) [Presence]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 104644-0?
LOINC code 104644-0 identifies "Cobalt IgE Ab [Presence] in Serum by Radioallergosorbent test (RAST)". This test is a specific immunological test that measures the level of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies against cobalt in a person's blood serum. IgE antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to exposure to certain allergens or substances, and their presence indicates an allergic reaction. This test is used to help diagnose occupational asthma or other respiratory allergic conditions caused by exposure to cobalt, which is a low molecular weight agent commonly found in various industrial and manufacturing settings.[PMID 7939614]
What does 104644-0 measure?
This code measures Cobalt Ab.IgE in Ser. It belongs to the ALLERGY 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.