94708-5
LaboratoryEncephalopathy autoimmune Ab panel - Cerebral spinal fluid
Definition
This panel contains results for the detection and identification of autoantibodies in spinal fluid (CSF) associated with encephalopathy. Testing may be performed to evaluate patients with a new onset of encephalopathy (noninfectious or metabolic) or limbic encephalitis (noninfectious). A patient's autoantibody profile may also be informative for determining a specific cancer type associated with encephalopathy.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Encephalopathy autoimmune Ab panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
CSF
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.SERO
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Encephalopathy autoimmune Ab pnl CSF
Display Name
Encephalopathy autoimmune Ab panel (CSF)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94708-5?
LOINC code 94708-5 identifies "Encephalopathy autoimmune Ab panel - Cerebral spinal fluid". This panel contains results for the detection and identification of autoantibodies in spinal fluid (CSF) associated with encephalopathy. Testing may be performed to evaluate patients with a new onset of encephalopathy (noninfectious or metabolic) or limbic encephalitis (noninfectious). A patient's autoantibody profile may also be informative for determining a specific cancer type associated with encephalopathy.
What does 94708-5 measure?
This code measures Encephalopathy autoimmune Ab panel in CSF. It belongs to the PANEL.SERO 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.