88909-7
LaboratoryRespiratory syncytial virus Ag [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Immunofluorescence
Definition
Samples that are positive for respiratory syncytial virus display punctate cytoplasmic fluorescence with small inclusions in the syncytia.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Respiratory syncytial virus 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
RSV Ag Lower resp Ql IF
Display Name
RSV Ag IF Ql (Lower resp)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88909-7?
LOINC code 88909-7 identifies "Respiratory syncytial virus Ag [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Immunofluorescence". Samples that are positive for respiratory syncytial virus display punctate cytoplasmic fluorescence with small inclusions in the syncytia.
What does 88909-7 measure?
This code measures Respiratory syncytial virus 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.