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553-8

Laboratory

Candida sp identified in Saliva (oral fluid) by Organism specific culture

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Candida sp

Property

Prid

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Saliva

Scale Type

Nom

Method Type

Organism specific culture

Details

Class

MICRO

Order/Observation

Both

Short Name

Candida Sal Cult

Display Name

Candida sp identified Org specific cx Nom (Sal)

Related Names

C&SCandCandidiasisCultCulturesIDIdentity or presenceInfectious DiseaseInfectiousDiseaseMicrobiologyMoniliaNominalOral fluidPoint in timeRandomSalSpecspeciessppThrush

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 553-8?

LOINC code 553-8 identifies "Candida sp identified in Saliva (oral fluid) by Organism specific culture". It measures Candida sp in Saliva.

What does 553-8 measure?

This code measures Candida sp in Saliva. It belongs to the MICRO 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.