87556-7
LaboratoryThyroglobulin and thyroperoxidase Ab panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
This panel contains quantitative results for thyroglobulin & thyroperoxidase antibodies in serum or plasma. Thyroid antibody testing may be performed for the diagnosis of an autoimmune thyroid disease, such as Graves disease or Hashimoto thyroiditis, and to distinguish it from other forms of thyroid dysfunction.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Thyroglobulin & thyroperoxidase Ab panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.SERO
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Thyroglob + thyroperox Ab Pnl SerPl
Display Name
Thyroglobulin and thyroperoxidase Ab panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87556-7?
LOINC code 87556-7 identifies "Thyroglobulin and thyroperoxidase Ab panel - Serum or Plasma". This panel contains quantitative results for thyroglobulin & thyroperoxidase antibodies in serum or plasma. Thyroid antibody testing may be performed for the diagnosis of an autoimmune thyroid disease, such as Graves disease or Hashimoto thyroiditis, and to distinguish it from other forms of thyroid dysfunction.
What does 87556-7 measure?
This code measures Thyroglobulin & thyroperoxidase Ab panel in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the PANEL.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.