70260-5
LaboratoryTriglyceride in peritoneal fluid/Triglyceride in serum
Definition
Peritoneal fluid to serum tryglyceride ratio is determined to distinguish cirrohotic (non-malignant) versus malignant ascites.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Triglyceride.periton fld/Triglyceride.serum
Property
RelRto
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Periton fld+Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Trigl Prt/Ser
Display Name
Triglyceride in peritoneal fluid/Triglyceride in serum (Periton fld+S/P) [Relative ratio]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 70260-5?
LOINC code 70260-5 identifies "Triglyceride in peritoneal fluid/Triglyceride in serum". Peritoneal fluid to serum tryglyceride ratio is determined to distinguish cirrohotic (non-malignant) versus malignant ascites.
What does 70260-5 measure?
This code measures Triglyceride.periton fld/Triglyceride.serum in Periton fld+Ser/Plas. It belongs to the CHEM 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.