72515-0
LaboratoryMyeloperoxidase IgG Ab [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by Immunofluorescence
Definition
Antibodies against myeloperoxidase can be detected by indirect immunofluorescence and used for the diagnosis of associated autoimmune diseases, such as crescentic glomerulonephritis and Churg-Strauss syndrome. This code is based on, but not limited in use to, the submitter's assay, EUROIMMUN's Granulocyte Mosaic and EUROPLUS kit.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Myeloperoxidase Ab.IgG
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IF
Details
Class
SERO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Myeloperoxidase IgG SerPl Ql IF
Display Name
Myeloperoxidase IgG IF Ql
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72515-0?
LOINC code 72515-0 identifies "Myeloperoxidase IgG Ab [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by Immunofluorescence". Antibodies against myeloperoxidase can be detected by indirect immunofluorescence and used for the diagnosis of associated autoimmune diseases, such as crescentic glomerulonephritis and Churg-Strauss syndrome. This code is based on, but not limited in use to, the submitter's assay, EUROIMMUN's Granulocyte Mosaic and EUROPLUS kit.
What does 72515-0 measure?
This code measures Myeloperoxidase Ab.IgG in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the SERO 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.