5195-3
LaboratoryHepatitis B virus surface Ag [Presence] in Serum
Definition
Current (2011) HBV S Ag tests require confirmatory testing when positive ( see 65633-0 for new confirm test)
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Hepatitis B virus surface Ag
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
HBV surface Ag Ser Ql
Display Name
HBV surface Ag Ql (S)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 5195-3?
LOINC code 5195-3 identifies "Hepatitis B virus surface Ag [Presence] in Serum". Current (2011) HBV S Ag tests require confirmatory testing when positive ( see 65633-0 for new confirm test)
What does 5195-3 measure?
This code measures Hepatitis B virus surface Ag in Ser. 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.