85833-2
LaboratoryCarbapenem resistance blaGIM gene [Presence] by Molecular method
Definition
This test reports the presence of the GIM bacterial carbapenemase resistance type gene in gram negative bacterial isolates. This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, the submitter's modified protocol for the Check-Points Check-MDR CT103XL assay.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bacterial carbapenem resistance blaGIM gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Isolate/Specimen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Molgen
Details
Class
ABXBACT
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
blaGIM Islt/Spm Ql
Display Name
Carbapenem resistance blaGIM gene Molgen Ql (Islt/Spec)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 85833-2?
LOINC code 85833-2 identifies "Carbapenem resistance blaGIM gene [Presence] by Molecular method". This test reports the presence of the GIM bacterial carbapenemase resistance type gene in gram negative bacterial isolates. This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, the submitter's modified protocol for the Check-Points Check-MDR CT103XL assay.
What does 85833-2 measure?
This code measures Bacterial carbapenem resistance blaGIM gene in Isolate/Specimen. It belongs to the ABXBACT 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.