77383-8
LaboratoryInfluenza virus A Ag [Presence] in Bronchoalveolar lavage by Immunofluorescence
Definition
This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Light Diagnostics, Respiratory Panel Viral Screening and Identification IFA kit, for the qualitative identification of Adenovirus, Influenza A, Influenza B, Parainfluenza 1, 2, 3, and Respiratory Syncytial virus in cell culture, which uses an indirect immunofluorescence technique for identifying viruses.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Influenza virus A Ag
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
BAL
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IF
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
FLUAV Ag BAL Ql IF
Display Name
FLUAV Ag IF Ql (BAL)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 77383-8?
LOINC code 77383-8 identifies "Influenza virus A Ag [Presence] in Bronchoalveolar lavage by Immunofluorescence". This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Light Diagnostics, Respiratory Panel Viral Screening and Identification IFA kit, for the qualitative identification of Adenovirus, Influenza A, Influenza B, Parainfluenza 1, 2, 3, and Respiratory Syncytial virus in cell culture, which uses an indirect immunofluorescence technique for identifying viruses.
What does 77383-8 measure?
This code measures Influenza virus A Ag in BAL. 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.