70261-3
LaboratoryCholesterol in peritoneal fluid/Cholesterol in serum
Definition
Peritoneal fluid to serum cholesterol ratio is determined to distinguish cirrohotic (non-malignant) versus malignant ascites.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cholesterol.periton fld/Cholesterol.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
Chol Prt/Ser
Display Name
Cholesterol in peritoneal fluid/Cholesterol in serum (Periton fld+S/P) [Relative ratio]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 70261-3?
LOINC code 70261-3 identifies "Cholesterol in peritoneal fluid/Cholesterol in serum". Peritoneal fluid to serum cholesterol ratio is determined to distinguish cirrohotic (non-malignant) versus malignant ascites.
What does 70261-3 measure?
This code measures Cholesterol.periton fld/Cholesterol.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.