90227-0
LaboratoryHistoplasma capsulatum H and M Ab panel - Serum
Definition
The immunodiffusion assay tests for the presence of antibodies to the Histoplasma capsulatum M and H precipitin bands. The M band is present during acute infection, but can also be present during chronic infection and be detectable for months or years after the infection has resolved. The H band is present during chronic or severe acute infections. The M band is usually also present when the H band is detected.[PMID: 17223625]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Histoplasma capsulatum H & M Ab panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.MICRO
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
H capsulatum H+M Ab panel Ser
Display Name
H. capsulatum H and M Ab panel (S)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 90227-0?
LOINC code 90227-0 identifies "Histoplasma capsulatum H and M Ab panel - Serum". The immunodiffusion assay tests for the presence of antibodies to the Histoplasma capsulatum M and H precipitin bands. The M band is present during acute infection, but can also be present during chronic infection and be detectable for months or years after the infection has resolved. The H band is present during chronic or severe acute infections. The M band is usually also present when the H band is detected.[PMID: 17223625]
What does 90227-0 measure?
This code measures Histoplasma capsulatum H & M Ab 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.