546-2
LaboratoryStreptococcus.beta-hemolytic [Presence] in Throat by Organism specific culture
Definition
Group A produces wide clear zone of hemolysis;group B produces narrow diffuse zone of hemolysis
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Streptococcus.beta-hemolytic
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Thrt
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Organism specific culture
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
B-Hem Strep Throat Ql Cult
Display Name
Streptococcus.beta-hemolytic Org specific cx Ql (Throat)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 546-2?
LOINC code 546-2 identifies "Streptococcus.beta-hemolytic [Presence] in Throat by Organism specific culture". Group A produces wide clear zone of hemolysis;group B produces narrow diffuse zone of hemolysis
What does 546-2 measure?
This code measures Streptococcus.beta-hemolytic in Thrt. 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.