76772-3
LaboratoryPlasmodium falciparum Ag [Presence] in Blood by Rapid immunoassay
Definition
Detects Plasmodium falciparum specific histidine rich protein-2 (Pf. HRP-2) in whole blood samples. Pf. HRP-2 is a water soluble protein that is release from parasitized erythrocytes of infected individuals and is specific to P. falciparum species. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Nova Century Scientific Rapid test for P. Falciparum Malaria kit, which can deliver results within 30 minutes once the kit has been brought to room temperature.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Plasmodium falciparum Ag
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IA.rapid
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
P falciparum Ag Bld Ql IA.rapid
Display Name
P. falciparum Ag IA.rapid Ql (Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76772-3?
LOINC code 76772-3 identifies "Plasmodium falciparum Ag [Presence] in Blood by Rapid immunoassay". Detects Plasmodium falciparum specific histidine rich protein-2 (Pf. HRP-2) in whole blood samples. Pf. HRP-2 is a water soluble protein that is release from parasitized erythrocytes of infected individuals and is specific to P. falciparum species. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Nova Century Scientific Rapid test for P. Falciparum Malaria kit, which can deliver results within 30 minutes once the kit has been brought to room temperature.
What does 76772-3 measure?
This code measures Plasmodium falciparum Ag in Bld. 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.