83083-6
LaboratoryCancer Ag 15-3 [Units/volume] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay
Definition
This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, bioMerieux's VIDAS CA 15-3 assay, which is intended for the quantitative measurement of the CA 15-3 levels in human serum or plasma.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cancer Ag 15-3
Property
ACnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
IA
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Cancer Ag15-3 SerPl IA-aCnc
Display Name
Cancer Ag 15-3 IA Qn
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 83083-6?
LOINC code 83083-6 identifies "Cancer Ag 15-3 [Units/volume] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay". This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, bioMerieux's VIDAS CA 15-3 assay, which is intended for the quantitative measurement of the CA 15-3 levels in human serum or plasma.
What does 83083-6 measure?
This code measures Cancer Ag 15-3 in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the CHEM 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.