50746-7
LaboratoryHirudin [Units/volume] in Platelet poor plasma by Chromogenic method
Definition
Substance secreted by the buccal glands of leeches that is capable of preventing coagulation by inactivating thrombin.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Hirudin
Property
ACnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
PPP
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Chromo
Details
Class
COAG
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Hirudin PPP Chro-aCnc
Display Name
Hirudin Chromogenic method Qn (PPP)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 50746-7?
LOINC code 50746-7 identifies "Hirudin [Units/volume] in Platelet poor plasma by Chromogenic method". Substance secreted by the buccal glands of leeches that is capable of preventing coagulation by inactivating thrombin.
What does 50746-7 measure?
This code measures Hirudin 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.