41264-3
LaboratoryViscosity of Cerebral spinal fluid Qualitative
Definition
Viscosity is the measurement of resistance of a liquid to flow. Viscosity is a characteristic property of a fluid and typically is a constant for a given liquid at a given temperature. [PMID: 16830959] CSF viscosity can be used as an adjunctive measure for the diagnosis of meningitis. [PMID: 20689477]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Viscosity
Property
Visc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
CSF
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
SPEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Visc CSF Ql
Display Name
Viscosity Ql (CSF)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 41264-3?
LOINC code 41264-3 identifies "Viscosity of Cerebral spinal fluid Qualitative". Viscosity is the measurement of resistance of a liquid to flow. Viscosity is a characteristic property of a fluid and typically is a constant for a given liquid at a given temperature. [PMID: 16830959] CSF viscosity can be used as an adjunctive measure for the diagnosis of meningitis. [PMID: 20689477]
What does 41264-3 measure?
This code measures Viscosity in CSF. 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.