71599-5
LaboratoryMesothelial cells/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Pericardial fluid by Manual count
Definition
Because of the confusion that occurs in countries that report results as both decimal fraction and percent, this property was created to represent decimal fractions that are reported without units.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Mesothelial cells/Leukocytes
Property
NFr.DF
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Pericard fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Manual count
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Mesothl Cell NFr.DF Pcar Manual
Display Name
Mesothelial cells/Leukocytes Manual cnt (Pericard fld) [Pure # fraction]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71599-5?
LOINC code 71599-5 identifies "Mesothelial cells/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Pericardial fluid by Manual count". Because of the confusion that occurs in countries that report results as both decimal fraction and percent, this property was created to represent decimal fractions that are reported without units.
What does 71599-5 measure?
This code measures Mesothelial cells/Leukocytes in Pericard fld. It belongs to the HEM/BC 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.