83112-3
LaboratoryProstate specific Ag [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay
Definition
This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, bioMerieux's VIDAS TPSA assay, which is intended for the quantitative measurement of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in human serum or plasma.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Prostate specific Ag
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
IA
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
PSA SerPl IA-mCnc
Display Name
Prostate specific Ag IA [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 83112-3?
LOINC code 83112-3 identifies "Prostate specific Ag [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay". This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, bioMerieux's VIDAS TPSA assay, which is intended for the quantitative measurement of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in human serum or plasma.
What does 83112-3 measure?
This code measures Prostate specific Ag 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.