421-8
LaboratoryPolymyxin B [Susceptibility] by Disk diffusion (KB)
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Polymyxin B
Property
Susc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Isolate
Scale Type
OrdQn
Method Type
Agar diffusion
Details
Class
ABXBACT
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Polymyxin B Islt KB
Display Name
Polymyxin B Disk diffusion (KB) [Susc]
Related Names
ANTIBIOTIC SUSCEPTIBILITIESASTc218Disk diffusionIDInfectious DiseaseInfectiousDiseaseIsltIsolKBKirby-bauerNeosporinPoint in timeRandomSusSusceptSusceptibilitiesSusceptibilitySusceptibilty
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 421-8?
LOINC code 421-8 identifies "Polymyxin B [Susceptibility] by Disk diffusion (KB)". It measures Polymyxin B in Isolate.
What does 421-8 measure?
This code measures Polymyxin B in Isolate. It belongs to the ABXBACT 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.