76486-0
LaboratoryC reactive protein [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma by High sensitivity method
Definition
High sensitivity measurement of CRP may be used to assess the risk of future coronary heart disease, and as an additional independent indicator of recurrent event prognosis in patients with stable coronary disease or acute coronary disease. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the cobas Cardiac C-Reactive Protein (Latex) High Sensitive test kit.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
C reactive protein
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
High sensitivity
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
CRP SerPl HS-sCnc
Display Name
CRP High sensitivity method [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76486-0?
LOINC code 76486-0 identifies "C reactive protein [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma by High sensitivity method". High sensitivity measurement of CRP may be used to assess the risk of future coronary heart disease, and as an additional independent indicator of recurrent event prognosis in patients with stable coronary disease or acute coronary disease. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the cobas Cardiac C-Reactive Protein (Latex) High Sensitive test kit.
What does 76486-0 measure?
This code measures C reactive protein in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the CHEM 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.