73993-8
LaboratoryPolychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by Confirmatory method
Definition
Qualitative confirmation analysis for polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) mixtures. The submitting lab's confirmation threshold is 0.2 ng/mL. Results greater than 0.2 ng/mL are considered positive. Testing is performed to determine environmental or workplace exposure to PCBs.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Polychlorinated biphenyl
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Confirm
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
PCB SerPl Ql Cfm
Display Name
Polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) Confirm Ql
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73993-8?
LOINC code 73993-8 identifies "Polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by Confirmatory method". Qualitative confirmation analysis for polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) mixtures. The submitting lab's confirmation threshold is 0.2 ng/mL. Results greater than 0.2 ng/mL are considered positive. Testing is performed to determine environmental or workplace exposure to PCBs.
What does 73993-8 measure?
This code measures Polychlorinated biphenyl in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.