19255-9
LaboratoryOxygen [Partial pressure] adjusted to patient's actual temperature in Arterial blood
Definition
The partial pressure of oxygen at which hemoglobin is 50% saturated with oxygen. Often called p50 (where 50 is subscript). The higher the p50 the lower the affinity.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Oxygen^^adjusted to patient's actual temperature
Property
PPres
Time Aspect
Pt
System
BldA
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
pO2 temp adj BldA
Display Name
Oxygen adjusted to patient's actual temperature (BldA) [Partial pressure]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 19255-9?
LOINC code 19255-9 identifies "Oxygen [Partial pressure] adjusted to patient's actual temperature in Arterial blood". The partial pressure of oxygen at which hemoglobin is 50% saturated with oxygen. Often called p50 (where 50 is subscript). The higher the p50 the lower the affinity.
What does 19255-9 measure?
This code measures Oxygen^^adjusted to patient's actual temperature in BldA. It belongs to the CHEM 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.