5196-1
LaboratoryHepatitis B virus surface Ag [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay
Definition
Current (2011) HBV S Ag tests require confirmatory testing when positive (see [LOINC: 65633-0] for new confirm test).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Hepatitis B virus surface Ag
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IA
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
HBV surface Ag SerPl Ql IA
Display Name
HBV surface Ag IA Ql
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 5196-1?
LOINC code 5196-1 identifies "Hepatitis B virus surface Ag [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay". Current (2011) HBV S Ag tests require confirmatory testing when positive (see [LOINC: 65633-0] for new confirm test).
What does 5196-1 measure?
This code measures Hepatitis B virus surface Ag in Ser/Plas. 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.