60839-8
ClinicalSkin temperature --in microenvironment
Definition
A microenvironment is defined as either an incubator or radiant warmer, both of which are used to take care of premature or sick full-term infants.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Body temperature^in microenvironment
Property
Temp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Skin
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
NEONAT
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Skin temp in microenvt
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 60839-8?
LOINC code 60839-8 identifies "Skin temperature --in microenvironment". A microenvironment is defined as either an incubator or radiant warmer, both of which are used to take care of premature or sick full-term infants.
What does 60839-8 measure?
This code measures Body temperature^in microenvironment in Skin. It belongs to the NEONAT 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.