60818-2
ClinicalGastric-end tidal pCO2 gap
Definition
Difference (gap) between gastric mucosal (PgCO2) and end-tidal (EtCO2) partial pressures of carbon dioxide. PgCO2 is measured by gastric tonometry.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Carbon dioxide.gastric-Carbon dioxide.airway^end of expiration
Property
PPresDiff
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Stomach+Airway
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Gastric tonometry
Details
Class
GI
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Gastric-ET pCO2 gap
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 60818-2?
LOINC code 60818-2 identifies "Gastric-end tidal pCO2 gap". Difference (gap) between gastric mucosal (PgCO2) and end-tidal (EtCO2) partial pressures of carbon dioxide. PgCO2 is measured by gastric tonometry.
What does 60818-2 measure?
This code measures Carbon dioxide.gastric-Carbon dioxide.airway^end of expiration in Stomach+Airway. It belongs to the GI 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.