98073-0
LaboratoryNatural killer and natural killer T cell subsets panel - Blood
Definition
This panel includes terms to report various subsets of natural killer (NK) and natural killer T cell (NKT) subsets. NKT are also known as NK-like cells. NK cells are typically differentiated by the presence of CD16 and/or CD56 and the absence of CD3. NKT cells are characterized by the presence of CD3 and CD56, with or without CD16. [PMID: 11094262]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Natural killer & natural killer T cell subsets panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CELLMARK
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
NK + NK T-cell subsets Pnl Bld
Display Name
Natural killer and natural killer T cell subsets panel (Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98073-0?
LOINC code 98073-0 identifies "Natural killer and natural killer T cell subsets panel - Blood". This panel includes terms to report various subsets of natural killer (NK) and natural killer T cell (NKT) subsets. NKT are also known as NK-like cells. NK cells are typically differentiated by the presence of CD16 and/or CD56 and the absence of CD3. NKT cells are characterized by the presence of CD3 and CD56, with or without CD16. [PMID: 11094262]
What does 98073-0 measure?
This code measures Natural killer & natural killer T cell subsets panel in Bld. It belongs to the PANEL.CELLMARK 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.