LOINC long common name : MICA*050 IgG Ab [Presence] in Serum;
LOINC short name : MICA*050 IgG Ser Ql;
LOINC description : IgG antibodies to MICA antigens, including MICA*050, can be detected in the serum
of people during pregnancy, blood product transfusion, or unsuccessful organ transplants.
MICA antibody testing identifies antibodies against a panel of MICA antigens by methods
such as flow cytometry. MICA antibody testing using serum can be done pre and post
transplantation. A positive result is an indication of sensitization to MICA antigens.
This term is based on, but not exclusive to, the submitter's test kit, LIFECODES LSA(TM)-MIC,
a Luminex screening assay for the qualitative detection of anti-MICA IgG antibodies.;
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