59770-8
ClinicalProcedure estimated blood loss Narrative
Definition
Procedure estimated blood loss is the approximate amount of blood that the patient lost during the procedure or surgery. It may be an accurate quantitative amount, e.g., 250 milliliters, or it may be descriptive, e.g., "minimal" or "none".
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Procedure estimated blood loss
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nar
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DOC.MISC
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Estimated blood loss
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 59770-8?
LOINC code 59770-8 identifies "Procedure estimated blood loss Narrative". Procedure estimated blood loss is the approximate amount of blood that the patient lost during the procedure or surgery. It may be an accurate quantitative amount, e.g., 250 milliliters, or it may be descriptive, e.g., "minimal" or "none".
What does 59770-8 measure?
This code measures Procedure estimated blood loss in ^Patient. It belongs to the DOC.MISC 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.