41263-5
LaboratoryViscosity of Pleural fluid Qualitative
Definition
Viscosity is the measurement of resistance of a liquid to flow and can be measured using qualitative or quantitative methods.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Viscosity
Property
Visc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Plr fld
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
SPEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Visc Plr Ql
Display Name
Viscosity Ql (Pleur fld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 41263-5?
LOINC code 41263-5 identifies "Viscosity of Pleural fluid Qualitative". Viscosity is the measurement of resistance of a liquid to flow and can be measured using qualitative or quantitative methods.
What does 41263-5 measure?
This code measures Viscosity in Plr fld. It belongs to the SPEC 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.