94818-2
LaboratoryParaneoplastic Ab panel - Cerebral spinal fluid by Immunofluorescence
Definition
This panel contains results for the detection of paraneoplastic antibodies in cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) specimens by immunofluorescence (IF). Testing is performed for the diagnosis of paraneoplastic neurological autoimmune disorders related to specific cancers, most commonly small-cell lung carcinoma, ovarian and breast carcinoma, breast carcinoma, or Hodgkin lymphoma. Detection of marker autoantibodies is useful for early diagnosis and treatment of the cancer.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Paraneoplastic Ab panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
CSF
Scale Type
-
Method Type
IF
Details
Class
PANEL.SERO
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Paraneoplastic Ab Pnl CSF IF
Display Name
Paraneoplastic Ab panel IF (CSF)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94818-2?
LOINC code 94818-2 identifies "Paraneoplastic Ab panel - Cerebral spinal fluid by Immunofluorescence". This panel contains results for the detection of paraneoplastic antibodies in cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) specimens by immunofluorescence (IF). Testing is performed for the diagnosis of paraneoplastic neurological autoimmune disorders related to specific cancers, most commonly small-cell lung carcinoma, ovarian and breast carcinoma, breast carcinoma, or Hodgkin lymphoma. Detection of marker autoantibodies is useful for early diagnosis and treatment of the cancer.
What does 94818-2 measure?
This code measures Paraneoplastic 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.