5820-6
LaboratoryWBC casts [#/area] in Urine sediment by Microscopy low power field
Definition
Casts are easily seen in low power field but can exceed size of HPF
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Leukocyte casts
Property
Naric
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine sed
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Microscopy.light.LPF
Details
Class
UA
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
WBC Casts #/area UrnS LPF
Display Name
WBC casts LM.LPF (Urine sed) [#/Area]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 5820-6?
LOINC code 5820-6 identifies "WBC casts [#/area] in Urine sediment by Microscopy low power field". Casts are easily seen in low power field but can exceed size of HPF
What does 5820-6 measure?
This code measures Leukocyte casts in Urine sed. It belongs to the UA 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.