38499-0
LaboratorySpermatozoa Progressive [Presence] in Semen --4 hours post ejaculation
Definition
Motility (the speed and quality of movement) is graded on a 1 to 4 ranking system. For fertility, motility should be greater than 2.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Spermatozoa.progressive^4H post ejaculation
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Semen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
FERT
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Sperm Prog 4h p ejac Smn Ql
Display Name
Spermatozoa Progressive 4 Hr post ejaculation Ql (Sem)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 38499-0?
LOINC code 38499-0 identifies "Spermatozoa Progressive [Presence] in Semen --4 hours post ejaculation". Motility (the speed and quality of movement) is graded on a 1 to 4 ranking system. For fertility, motility should be greater than 2.
What does 38499-0 measure?
This code measures Spermatozoa.progressive^4H post ejaculation in Semen. It belongs to the FERT 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.