39017-9
LaboratoryMycobacterium tuberculosis tuberculin stimulated gamma interferon/Mitogen stimulated gamma interferon in Blood
Definition
In vitro test to measures component of cell-mediated immune reactivity to M. tuberculosis based on the quantification of interferon-gamma released from sensitized WBC incubated overnight with purified PPD and control Ag.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Mycobacterium tuberculosis tuberculin stimulated gamma interferon/Mitogen stimulated gamma interferon
Property
RelACnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
M TB tuberc IFN-g/Mitogen IGNF Bld
Display Name
M. tuberculosis tuberculin stim IFN-g/Mitogen stimulated gamma interferon (Bld) [Rel units/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 39017-9?
LOINC code 39017-9 identifies "Mycobacterium tuberculosis tuberculin stimulated gamma interferon/Mitogen stimulated gamma interferon in Blood". In vitro test to measures component of cell-mediated immune reactivity to M. tuberculosis based on the quantification of interferon-gamma released from sensitized WBC incubated overnight with purified PPD and control Ag.
What does 39017-9 measure?
This code measures Mycobacterium tuberculosis tuberculin stimulated gamma interferon/Mitogen stimulated gamma interferon in Bld. 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.