2885-2
LaboratoryProtein [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma
Definition
Although there is a qualitative difference between total protein in plasma and serum, the QUANTITATIVE difference is small and probably not clinically significant, therefore, system of SER/PLAS is acceptable. The protein concentration that is reported in electrophoresis is the same as that reported routinely.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Protein
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Prot SerPl-mCnc
Display Name
Protein [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 2885-2?
LOINC code 2885-2 identifies "Protein [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma". Although there is a qualitative difference between total protein in plasma and serum, the QUANTITATIVE difference is small and probably not clinically significant, therefore, system of SER/PLAS is acceptable. The protein concentration that is reported in electrophoresis is the same as that reported routinely.
What does 2885-2 measure?
This code measures Protein in Ser/Plas. 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.