87419-8
LaboratoryCytolethal distending toxin B+Vinculin Ab [Interpretation] in Serum Qualitative by Immunoassay
Definition
Cytolethal distending toxin B (CdtB) and vinculin antibodies are useful as biomarkers for irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (D-IBS) in humans. Studies suggest that elevated levels of vinculin antibodies are more commonly found in patients with D-IBS than those with other forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and may help distinguish the two. [PMID:25970536] This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, the Quest Diagnostics' IBSDetex assay.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cytolethal distending toxin B+Vinculin Ab
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IA
Details
Class
SERO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
CdtB+Vinculin Ab Ser IA-Imp
Display Name
Cytolethal distending toxin B+Vinculin Ab IA Ql (S) [Interp]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87419-8?
LOINC code 87419-8 identifies "Cytolethal distending toxin B+Vinculin Ab [Interpretation] in Serum Qualitative by Immunoassay". Cytolethal distending toxin B (CdtB) and vinculin antibodies are useful as biomarkers for irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (D-IBS) in humans. Studies suggest that elevated levels of vinculin antibodies are more commonly found in patients with D-IBS than those with other forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and may help distinguish the two. [PMID:25970536] This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, the Quest Diagnostics' IBSDetex assay.
What does 87419-8 measure?
This code measures Cytolethal distending toxin B+Vinculin Ab 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.