88906-3
LaboratoryParainfluenza virus 1 Ag [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Immunofluorescence
Definition
Samples that are positive for parainfluenza virus type 1 display punctate fluorescence with irregular inclusions in the cytoplasm.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Parainfluenza virus 1 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
HPIV1 Ag Lower resp Ql IF
Display Name
Parainfluenza virus 1 Ag IF Ql (Lower resp)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88906-3?
LOINC code 88906-3 identifies "Parainfluenza virus 1 Ag [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Immunofluorescence". Samples that are positive for parainfluenza virus type 1 display punctate fluorescence with irregular inclusions in the cytoplasm.
What does 88906-3 measure?
This code measures Parainfluenza virus 1 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.