AutoICD API

106008-6

Clinical

Particle matter 2.5 [#/volume] Reporting Period Community Calculated

Definition

This term estimates the annual and monthly ground-level fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Based on global and regional PM2.5 concentrations using information from satellite-, simulation- and monitor-based sources.

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Fine inhalable particles

Property

NCnc

Time Aspect

RptPeriod

System

^Community

Scale Type

Qn

Method Type

Calculated

Details

Class

CLIN

Order/Observation

Observation

Short Name

PM 2.5 RptPeriod # Calc

Related Names

#ABSabsoluteabsolutesCalcCalculationCLINCntCountCount/volumeCTFine inhalable particlesInhalable particlesNumber concentrationNumber Concentration (count/vol)Particulate matter 2.5PM 10PM 2.5QNTQuanQuantQuantitativeReport period

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 106008-6?

LOINC code 106008-6 identifies "Particle matter 2.5 [#/volume] Reporting Period Community Calculated". This term estimates the annual and monthly ground-level fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Based on global and regional PM2.5 concentrations using information from satellite-, simulation- and monitor-based sources.

What does 106008-6 measure?

This code measures Fine inhalable particles in ^Community. It belongs to the CLIN 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.