91683-3
LaboratoryHistoplasma capsulatum H and M and Blastomyces dermatitidis Ab panel - Cerebral spinal fluid
Definition
The panel contains results for the detection of antibodies to Histoplasma capsulatum and Blastomyces dermatitidis in CSF specimens. Immunodiffusion (ID) is used to detect antibodies to B. dermatitidis, and both ID and complement fixation (CF) tests are used to detect antibodies to H. capsulatum.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Histoplasma capsulatum H & M Ab & Blastomyces dermatitidis Ab panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
CSF
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.MICRO
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
H capsul H+M + B. derma Ab Pnl CSF
Display Name
H. capsulatum H and M Ab and B. dermatitidis Ab panel (CSF)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 91683-3?
LOINC code 91683-3 identifies "Histoplasma capsulatum H and M and Blastomyces dermatitidis Ab panel - Cerebral spinal fluid". The panel contains results for the detection of antibodies to Histoplasma capsulatum and Blastomyces dermatitidis in CSF specimens. Immunodiffusion (ID) is used to detect antibodies to B. dermatitidis, and both ID and complement fixation (CF) tests are used to detect antibodies to H. capsulatum.
What does 91683-3 measure?
This code measures Histoplasma capsulatum H & M Ab & Blastomyces dermatitidis Ab panel in CSF. 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.