80203-3
LaboratoryHIV 1 and 2 Ab [Identifier] in Serum, Plasma or Blood by Rapid immunoassay
Definition
This assay detects and differentiates between six distinct HIV antibodies: HIV-1 gp160, gp41, p31, and p24 and HIV-2 gp140 and gp36. It is intended for use as an additional, more specific test to confirm the presence of HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies found by screening procedures. It may also be used to confirm the presence of antibodies to HIV-1 and HIV-2 in pediatric subjects (children as young as 2 years of age). Because this assay examines antibodies to 6 distinct proteins, it yields a higher degree of specificity for HIV-1 and -2 compared to other methods (such as Multispot). This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Bio-Rad Geenius HIV 1/2 Supplemental test kit.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
HIV 1 & 2 Ab
Property
Prid
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas/Bld
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
IA.rapid
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
HIV 1 & 2 Ab SerPlBld IA.rapid
Display Name
HIV 1 and 2 Ab IA.rapid Nom (S/P/Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80203-3?
LOINC code 80203-3 identifies "HIV 1 and 2 Ab [Identifier] in Serum, Plasma or Blood by Rapid immunoassay". This assay detects and differentiates between six distinct HIV antibodies: HIV-1 gp160, gp41, p31, and p24 and HIV-2 gp140 and gp36. It is intended for use as an additional, more specific test to confirm the presence of HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies found by screening procedures. It may also be used to confirm the presence of antibodies to HIV-1 and HIV-2 in pediatric subjects (children as young as 2 years of age). Because this assay examines antibodies to 6 distinct proteins, it yields a higher degree of specificity for HIV-1 and -2 compared to other methods (such as Multispot). This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Bio-Rad Geenius HIV 1/2 Supplemental test kit.
What does 80203-3 measure?
This code measures HIV 1 & 2 Ab in Ser/Plas/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.