71662-1
LaboratoryBasophils/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Cerebral spinal 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
Basophils/Leukocytes
Property
NFr.DF
Time Aspect
Pt
System
CSF
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Manual count
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Basophils NFr.DF CSF Manual
Display Name
Basophils/Leukocytes Manual cnt (CSF) [Pure # fraction]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71662-1?
LOINC code 71662-1 identifies "Basophils/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Cerebral spinal 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 71662-1 measure?
This code measures Basophils/Leukocytes in CSF. 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.