40573-8
LaboratoryVariant lymphocytes [#/volume] in Body fluid by Manual count
Definition
CLSI (formerly NCCLS) document "Reference Leukocyte Differential Count (Proportional) and Evaluation of Instrumental Methods", 1992, recommend the use of variant lymphocytes rather than atypical or reactive lymphocytes.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Lymphocytes.variant
Property
NCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Body fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Manual count
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Variant Lymphs # Fld Manual
Display Name
Variant lymphocytes Manual cnt (Body fld) [#/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 40573-8?
LOINC code 40573-8 identifies "Variant lymphocytes [#/volume] in Body fluid by Manual count". CLSI (formerly NCCLS) document "Reference Leukocyte Differential Count (Proportional) and Evaluation of Instrumental Methods", 1992, recommend the use of variant lymphocytes rather than atypical or reactive lymphocytes.
What does 40573-8 measure?
This code measures Lymphocytes.variant in Body fld. It belongs to the HEM/BC 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.