71833-8
LaboratoryHematocrit [Pure volume fraction] of 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
Erythrocyte/Blood
Property
VFr.DF
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Automated count
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Hct VFr.DF Bld Auto
Display Name
Hematocrit Auto (Bld) [Pure volume fraction]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71833-8?
LOINC code 71833-8 identifies "Hematocrit [Pure volume fraction] of 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 71833-8 measure?
This code measures Erythrocyte/Blood 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.