85042-0
LaboratoryStaphylococcus aureus glycopeptide resistant identified [Type] in Isolate
Definition
This term is used to report the presence of Staph aureus strains with intermediate or heterogeneous glycopeptide resistance, called GISA and hGISA respectively. One method for differentiating GISA from hGISA is based on comparison of inhibitory concentration results for vancomycin plus teicoplanin [LOINC: 85045-3] with the result for vancomycin alone [LOINC: 7059-9]. This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, bioMerieux's ETEST GRD assay, which, when used together with a vancomycin susceptibility gradient strip, can differentiate between GISA and hGISA.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Staphylococcus aureus.glycopeptide resistant identified
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Isolate
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
SA glyco resist Islt
Display Name
S. aureus glycopeptide resistant identified Nom (Isol)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 85042-0?
LOINC code 85042-0 identifies "Staphylococcus aureus glycopeptide resistant identified [Type] in Isolate". This term is used to report the presence of Staph aureus strains with intermediate or heterogeneous glycopeptide resistance, called GISA and hGISA respectively. One method for differentiating GISA from hGISA is based on comparison of inhibitory concentration results for vancomycin plus teicoplanin [LOINC: 85045-3] with the result for vancomycin alone [LOINC: 7059-9]. This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, bioMerieux's ETEST GRD assay, which, when used together with a vancomycin susceptibility gradient strip, can differentiate between GISA and hGISA.
What does 85042-0 measure?
This code measures Staphylococcus aureus.glycopeptide resistant identified in Isolate. 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.