60338-1
LaboratoryWarfarin [Moles/volume] in Specimen
Definition
The XXX system is for unknown substance found in or on items such as syringes, needles and pixie sticks. It also represents testing unknown pills or powder. Emergency staff or other care providers need to know if an unknown substance is a drug so they can determine how to treat the patient. The pills and powder are tested by mass spec to identify the substance to help with diagnosis and treatment.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Warfarin
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Warfarin Spec-sCnc
Display Name
Warfarin (Specimen) [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 60338-1?
LOINC code 60338-1 identifies "Warfarin [Moles/volume] in Specimen". The XXX system is for unknown substance found in or on items such as syringes, needles and pixie sticks. It also represents testing unknown pills or powder. Emergency staff or other care providers need to know if an unknown substance is a drug so they can determine how to treat the patient. The pills and powder are tested by mass spec to identify the substance to help with diagnosis and treatment.
What does 60338-1 measure?
This code measures Warfarin in XXX. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.