72331-2
LaboratoryAnucleated bodies/Round cells in Prostatic fluid by Manual count
Definition
Using light microscopy, semen and prostatic fluid often contains 'anucleate bodies', sometimes as the most prevalent non-sperm component of semen. The anucleate bodies are generally considered a biproduct of spermatogenesis, resulting from the shedding of excess cytoplasm by spermatozoa.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Anucleated bodies/Round cells
Property
NFr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Prostatic fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Manual count
Details
Class
FERT
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Anuc bdy/Rnd cells NFr Prost fld Manual
Display Name
Anucleated bodies/Round cells Manual cnt (Prost fld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72331-2?
LOINC code 72331-2 identifies "Anucleated bodies/Round cells in Prostatic fluid by Manual count". Using light microscopy, semen and prostatic fluid often contains 'anucleate bodies', sometimes as the most prevalent non-sperm component of semen. The anucleate bodies are generally considered a biproduct of spermatogenesis, resulting from the shedding of excess cytoplasm by spermatozoa.
What does 72331-2 measure?
This code measures Anucleated bodies/Round cells in Prostatic fld. It belongs to the FERT 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.