87546-8
LaboratoryDengue virus IgG and IgM panel - Serum Qualitative
Definition
This panel contains ordinal results for the detection of dengue virus IgG and IgM antibodies in serum to aid in the diagnosis of a dengue virus infection. The presence of IgG antibodies is consistent with exposure to the dengue virus sometime in the past. The presence of IgM antibodies is consistent with an acute-phase infection.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Dengue virus Ab.IgG & IgM panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.MICRO
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
DENV IgG+IgM Pnl Ser
Display Name
DENV IgG and IgM panel Ql (S)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87546-8?
LOINC code 87546-8 identifies "Dengue virus IgG and IgM panel - Serum Qualitative". This panel contains ordinal results for the detection of dengue virus IgG and IgM antibodies in serum to aid in the diagnosis of a dengue virus infection. The presence of IgG antibodies is consistent with exposure to the dengue virus sometime in the past. The presence of IgM antibodies is consistent with an acute-phase infection.
What does 87546-8 measure?
This code measures Dengue virus Ab.IgG & IgM panel in Ser. It belongs to the PANEL.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.