78012-2
LaboratoryStreptococcus pyogenes Ag [Presence] in Throat by Rapid immunoassay
Definition
This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Alere TestPack Plus Strep A test kit, which uses a rapid immunoassay for the detection of Group A Streptococcal antigen. The kit needs to come to room temperature if refrigerated (30 minutes specified), then 2- 5 minutes to perform.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Streptococcus pyogenes Ag
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Thrt
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IA.rapid
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
S pyo Ag Throat Ql IA.rapid
Display Name
S. pyogenes Ag IA.rapid Ql (Throat)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 78012-2?
LOINC code 78012-2 identifies "Streptococcus pyogenes Ag [Presence] in Throat by Rapid immunoassay". This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Alere TestPack Plus Strep A test kit, which uses a rapid immunoassay for the detection of Group A Streptococcal antigen. The kit needs to come to room temperature if refrigerated (30 minutes specified), then 2- 5 minutes to perform.
What does 78012-2 measure?
This code measures Streptococcus pyogenes Ag in Thrt. 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.