AutoICD API

74036-5

Laboratory

Abnormal Prion Protein [Identifier] in Tissue by Immunoblot

Definition

Western blot analysis is performed on tissues positive for prion protein to identify the type of TSE (e.g. BSE, atypical BSE, scrapie, Nor98, etc.).

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Prion protein.abnormal

Property

Prid

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Tiss

Scale Type

Nom

Method Type

IB

Details

Class

MICRO

Order/Observation

Both

Short Name

Abn Prion Prot Tiss IB

Display Name

Abnormal Prion Protein IB Nom (Tiss)

Related Names

abnAbn Prion ProtabnormBltBovine spongiform encephalopathyBSEIdentity or presenceImmune blotImmunoblImmunoblotMicrobiologyNeuroNeurologyNominalPoint in timePRProtPrPRandomRIBAScrapieTissueTissue, unspecifiedWBWBLOTWest blotWest bltWestern blot

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 74036-5?

LOINC code 74036-5 identifies "Abnormal Prion Protein [Identifier] in Tissue by Immunoblot". Western blot analysis is performed on tissues positive for prion protein to identify the type of TSE (e.g. BSE, atypical BSE, scrapie, Nor98, etc.).

What does 74036-5 measure?

This code measures Prion protein.abnormal in Tiss. 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.