23244-7
LaboratoryMycobacterium avium ss paratuberculosis [Presence] in Tissue by Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen
Definition
In veterinary medicine, Johne's bacilli are very small AFB, typically arranged in a distinct rosette pattern which is considered diagnostic.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Tiss
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
M avium paraTB Tiss Ql ZN Stn
Display Name
M. avium ss paratuberculosis Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen Ql (Tiss)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 23244-7?
LOINC code 23244-7 identifies "Mycobacterium avium ss paratuberculosis [Presence] in Tissue by Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen". In veterinary medicine, Johne's bacilli are very small AFB, typically arranged in a distinct rosette pattern which is considered diagnostic.
What does 23244-7 measure?
This code measures Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis in Tiss. It belongs to the MICRO 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.