50188-2
ClinicalArterial-venous oxygen saturation difference
Definition
The difference between the oxygen saturation of arterial blood and venous blood. Represents the extent to which O2 is removed from blood as it passes through the body.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Arterial-venous oxygen saturation difference
Property
MFr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
HEMODYN.MOLEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Art-ven O2 sat diff %
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 50188-2?
LOINC code 50188-2 identifies "Arterial-venous oxygen saturation difference". The difference between the oxygen saturation of arterial blood and venous blood. Represents the extent to which O2 is removed from blood as it passes through the body.
What does 50188-2 measure?
This code measures Arterial-venous oxygen saturation difference in Bld. It belongs to the HEMODYN.MOLEC 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.