71638-1
LaboratoryUnidentified cells/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Body 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
Unidentified cells/Leukocytes
Property
NFr.DF
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Body fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Manual count
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Unident Cells NFr.DF Fld Manual
Display Name
Unidentified cells/Leukocytes Manual cnt (Body fld) [Pure # fraction]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71638-1?
LOINC code 71638-1 identifies "Unidentified cells/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Body 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 71638-1 measure?
This code measures Unidentified cells/Leukocytes in Body 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.