77949-6
LaboratoryStreptococcus pneumoniae Ag [Presence] in Urine by Rapid immunoassay
Definition
This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Alere BinaxNOW Streptococcus pneumoniae antigen test kit is a rapid assay for the qualitative detection of S. pneumoniae antigen in the urine of patients with pneumonia. The test can be read in 15 minutes.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Streptococcus pneumoniae Ag
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IA.rapid
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
S pneum Ag Ur Ql IA.rapid
Display Name
S. pneumoniae Ag IA.rapid Ql (U)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 77949-6?
LOINC code 77949-6 identifies "Streptococcus pneumoniae Ag [Presence] in Urine by Rapid immunoassay". This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Alere BinaxNOW Streptococcus pneumoniae antigen test kit is a rapid assay for the qualitative detection of S. pneumoniae antigen in the urine of patients with pneumonia. The test can be read in 15 minutes.
What does 77949-6 measure?
This code measures Streptococcus pneumoniae Ag in Urine. 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.