8-812.4:
Transfusion of plasma, plasma components and infusion of volume replacement fluids: Transfusion of plasma and other plasma components and genetically engineered plasma proteins: Anti-human T-lymphocyte immunoglobulin, equine, parenteral
You have been given certain antibodies.
The immune system protects the body from pathogens and foreign substances. The immune system can also destroy cells in the body that have pathologically changed. The body's immune system is made up of different types of immune cells. Some immune cells can destroy pathogens or foreign bodies themselves. Other immune cells produce certain antibodies. Some of the immune system’s antibodies can make pathogens and foreign substances visible to the immune system. Other antibodies attack pathogens or foreign substances directly. You have been given certain antibodies that should act against immune cells. When someone has been given tissue, for example, from another person, the donor’s immune cells can attack the body. The antibodies should render these immune cells harmless.
Additional indicator
If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Further information
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
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