LOINCActiveBoth

LOINC Code 108046-4: Globe artichoke IgG IA Qn

108046-4 is a LOINC code used to identify Globe artichoke IgG IA Qn in laboratory and clinical observation data. You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges. LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus Ab.IgG. It is commonly used with the system or sample type Ser/Plas.

Reviewed by HealthAssure Clinical TeamUpdated 21 May 2026

What is this code?

LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus Ab.IgG. It is commonly used with the system or sample type Ser/Plas.

When is it used?

  • Used in lab systems, EHRs, and clinical data exchange.
  • May identify a test, observation, survey item, or clinical document request rather than a diagnosis.
  • Status: ACTIVE
  • Order vs observation: Both
  • Method: IA

What it does not mean

  • The code identifies the observation or test, not the actual result.

Key facts

  • Globe artichoke IgG Ab [Units/volume] in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay
  • Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus Ab.IgG
  • ABS; Aby; Allergen; Allergens; ALLERGY TESTING; Antby; Anti; Antibodies; Antibody; Arbitrary concentration; Autoantibodies; Autoantibody; EIA; ELFA; ELISA; Enzyme immunoassay; Globe artichoke; IAA; Immune globulin G; Immunoglobulin G; MEIA; Pl; Plasma; Plsm; Point in time; QNT; Quan; Quant; Quantitative; Random; SerP; SerPl; SerPlas; Serum; Serum or plasma; SR; SUDS

Where you may see this code

You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges.

Common synonyms

Globe artichoke IgG IA QnGlobe artichoke IgG Ab [Units/volume] in Serum or Plasma by ImmunoassayGlobe artichoke IgG Qn IACynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus Ab.IgGALLERGYGlobe artichoke IgG antibody, BloodACnc

Frequently asked questions

Code details

Code108046-4
SystemLOINC
Display nameGlobe artichoke IgG IA Qn
DescriptionCynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus Ab.IgG
Short nameGlobe artichoke IgG Qn IA
ComponentCynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus Ab.IgG
PropertyACnc
TimingPt
System (specimen)Ser/Plas
ScaleQn
MethodIA
ClassALLERGY
Example unitsarb U/mL
StatusACTIVE
Order/ObservationBoth

Flags

BillableNo
Valid clinical useNo

Source

SourceLOINC
Version2.82
Releasemain
First released2.81
Last changed2.81

Consumer names

Globe artichoke IgG antibody, Blood

Part names

Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus Ab.IgGACncPtSer/PlasQnIAArbitrary ConcentrationPoint in time (spot)Serum or PlasmaImmunoassay

About this content

This page is prepared by HealthAssure's clinical team using official coding standards from LOINC. AI tools assist with drafting explanations, which are then reviewed and verified by healthcare professionals for accuracy. This content is for informational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice. Meet our team.

LOINC Code 108046-4 | HealthAssure