40860-9
LaboratoryCytokines [Presence] in Serum or Plasma
Definition
Cytokines are any of several regulatory proteins, such as lymphokines or interleukins, released by cells of the immune system and act as intercellulary mediators in the generation of an immune response
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cytokines
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Cytokines SerPl Ql
Display Name
Cytokines Ql
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 40860-9?
LOINC code 40860-9 identifies "Cytokines [Presence] in Serum or Plasma". Cytokines are any of several regulatory proteins, such as lymphokines or interleukins, released by cells of the immune system and act as intercellulary mediators in the generation of an immune response
What does 40860-9 measure?
This code measures Cytokines in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the CHEM 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.