74765-9
LaboratoryBordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin IgA Ab [Presence] in Serum by Line blot
Definition
Bordetella pertussis Immunoglobulin A (IgA) Pertussis Toxin (PT) in serum qualitation by immunoblot. The presence of the IgA PT band indicates either vaccination or natural exposure to Bordetella pertussis. Pertussis toxin is specific to Bordetella pertussis. B. Pertussis causes whooping cough. This term was created for, but not limited to use to, the Bordetella pertussis ViraStripe IgG, IgA test kit.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin Ab.IgA
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Line blot
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
B pert.PT IgA Ser Ql Line blot
Display Name
B. pertussis.pertussis toxin IgA Line blot Ql (S)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 74765-9?
LOINC code 74765-9 identifies "Bordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin IgA Ab [Presence] in Serum by Line blot". Bordetella pertussis Immunoglobulin A (IgA) Pertussis Toxin (PT) in serum qualitation by immunoblot. The presence of the IgA PT band indicates either vaccination or natural exposure to Bordetella pertussis. Pertussis toxin is specific to Bordetella pertussis. B. Pertussis causes whooping cough. This term was created for, but not limited to use to, the Bordetella pertussis ViraStripe IgG, IgA test kit.
What does 74765-9 measure?
This code measures Bordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin Ab.IgA in Ser. 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.