74822-8
LaboratoryClostridioides difficile toxin B tcdB gene [Presence] in Stool by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay for the rapid detection of the toxin B gene (tcdB) of Clostridium difficile. Fecal C. difficile toxin testing can aid the diagnosis of C. difficile-associated diarrhea in hospitalized patients.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Clostridioides difficile toxin B tcdB gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Stool
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
C diff Tox B tcdB Stl Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
C. difficile toxin B tcdB gene NAA+probe Ql (Stl)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 74822-8?
LOINC code 74822-8 identifies "Clostridioides difficile toxin B tcdB gene [Presence] in Stool by NAA with probe detection". Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay for the rapid detection of the toxin B gene (tcdB) of Clostridium difficile. Fecal C. difficile toxin testing can aid the diagnosis of C. difficile-associated diarrhea in hospitalized patients.
What does 74822-8 measure?
This code measures Clostridioides difficile toxin B tcdB gene in Stool. 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.