48664-7
LaboratoryFibrinogen [Mass/volume] in Platelet poor plasma by Coagulation.derived
Definition
The change in optical properties during the prothrombin time reaction is used to determine fibrinogen concentration by comparing the patient plasma response to that of a standard.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Fibrinogen
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
PPP
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Coag.derived
Details
Class
COAG
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Fibrinogen PPP Coag.derived-mCnc
Display Name
Fibrinogen Coagulation.derived (PPP) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 48664-7?
LOINC code 48664-7 identifies "Fibrinogen [Mass/volume] in Platelet poor plasma by Coagulation.derived". The change in optical properties during the prothrombin time reaction is used to determine fibrinogen concentration by comparing the patient plasma response to that of a standard.
What does 48664-7 measure?
This code measures Fibrinogen in PPP. It belongs to the COAG 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.