41862-4
LaboratoryViscosity of Semen--20 minutes post collection
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] Semen may be measured quantitatively using a viscometer rather than the traditional subjective rating method. Determining the seminal viscosity with a quantitative method may be valuable in identifying and treating the subgroup of infertile men with viscid semen. [PMID: 1358311]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Viscosity^20M post collection
Property
Visc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Semen
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
SPEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Visc 20M p coll Smn
Display Name
Viscosity 20 Min post collection (Sem) [Visc]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 41862-4?
LOINC code 41862-4 identifies "Viscosity of Semen--20 minutes post collection". 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] Semen may be measured quantitatively using a viscometer rather than the traditional subjective rating method. Determining the seminal viscosity with a quantitative method may be valuable in identifying and treating the subgroup of infertile men with viscid semen. [PMID: 1358311]
What does 41862-4 measure?
This code measures Viscosity^20M post collection in Semen. 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.