48799-1
LaboratorySecond trimester penta maternal screen panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
Addition of the invasive trophoblast antigen (hyperglycosylated hCG) to the quadruple marker may increase the detection of Down's syndrome risk.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Second trimester penta maternal screen panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
2nd trimester 5 screen Pnl SerPl
Display Name
Second trimester penta maternal screen panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 48799-1?
LOINC code 48799-1 identifies "Second trimester penta maternal screen panel - Serum or Plasma". Addition of the invasive trophoblast antigen (hyperglycosylated hCG) to the quadruple marker may increase the detection of Down's syndrome risk.
What does 48799-1 measure?
This code measures Second trimester penta maternal screen panel in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the PANEL.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.