48816-3
LaboratoryStaphylococcus aureus Panton-Valentine leukocidin gene [Presence] in Isolate or Specimen by Molecular genetics method
Definition
The test is for the detection of the 2 genes that cause S.aureus to produce the PVL cytotoxin.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Staphylococcus aureus Panton-Valentine leukocidin gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Isolate/Specimen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Molgen
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
S aureus PVL gene Islt/Spm Ql
Display Name
S. aureus Panton-Valentine leukocidin gene Molgen Ql (Islt/Spec)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 48816-3?
LOINC code 48816-3 identifies "Staphylococcus aureus Panton-Valentine leukocidin gene [Presence] in Isolate or Specimen by Molecular genetics method". The test is for the detection of the 2 genes that cause S.aureus to produce the PVL cytotoxin.
What does 48816-3 measure?
This code measures Staphylococcus aureus Panton-Valentine leukocidin gene in Isolate/Specimen. 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.