76489-4
LaboratoryIgG [Moles/volume] in Cerebral spinal fluid
Definition
IgG in CSF is used to evaluate central nervous system (CNS) infections, neoplasms or primary neurologic diseases (ex: multiple sclerosis). CSF IgG is increased with increased blood-brain barrier permeability and/or local intrathecal IgG production. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the cobas Tina-quant IgG Gen.2 test kit.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
IgG
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
CSF
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
IgG CSF-sCnc
Display Name
IgG (CSF) [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76489-4?
LOINC code 76489-4 identifies "IgG [Moles/volume] in Cerebral spinal fluid". IgG in CSF is used to evaluate central nervous system (CNS) infections, neoplasms or primary neurologic diseases (ex: multiple sclerosis). CSF IgG is increased with increased blood-brain barrier permeability and/or local intrathecal IgG production. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the cobas Tina-quant IgG Gen.2 test kit.
What does 76489-4 measure?
This code measures IgG in CSF. 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.