88897-4
LaboratoryAdenovirus Ag [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Immunofluorescence
Definition
Samples that are positive for adenovirus display punctate fluorescence in the cytoplasm and/or bright nuclear fluorescence.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Adenovirus Ag
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Respiratory system specimen.lower
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IF
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
HAdV Ag Lower resp Ql IF
Display Name
Adenovirus Ag IF Ql (Lower resp)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88897-4?
LOINC code 88897-4 identifies "Adenovirus Ag [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Immunofluorescence". Samples that are positive for adenovirus display punctate fluorescence in the cytoplasm and/or bright nuclear fluorescence.
What does 88897-4 measure?
This code measures Adenovirus Ag in Respiratory system specimen.lower. 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.