71680-3
LaboratoryBasophils/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Blood by Automated 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
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Automated count
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Basophils NFr.DF Bld Auto
Display Name
Basophils/Leukocytes Auto (Bld) [Pure # fraction]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71680-3?
LOINC code 71680-3 identifies "Basophils/Leukocytes [Pure number fraction] in Blood by Automated 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 71680-3 measure?
This code measures Basophils/Leukocytes in Bld. 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.