80221-5
LaboratoryNMDAR IgG Ab [Titer] in Serum by Immunofluorescence
Definition
Semi-quanitative analysis of N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor IgG antibodies in serum to confirm the diagnosis of anti-NMDAR autoimmune encephalitis in conjunction with other laboratory and clinical findings. This test may also be used to monitor treatment response in individuals who are antibody positive. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the EUROIMMUN Anti-Glutamate receptor (type NMDA) IFA assay.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor Ab.IgG
Property
Titr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser
Scale Type
SemiQn
Method Type
IF
Details
Class
SERO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
NMDAR IgG Titr Ser IF
Display Name
NMDAR IgG IF (S) [Titer]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80221-5?
LOINC code 80221-5 identifies "NMDAR IgG Ab [Titer] in Serum by Immunofluorescence". Semi-quanitative analysis of N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor IgG antibodies in serum to confirm the diagnosis of anti-NMDAR autoimmune encephalitis in conjunction with other laboratory and clinical findings. This test may also be used to monitor treatment response in individuals who are antibody positive. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the EUROIMMUN Anti-Glutamate receptor (type NMDA) IFA assay.
What does 80221-5 measure?
This code measures N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor Ab.IgG in Ser. It belongs to the SERO 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.