72572-1
LaboratoryAmylase.salivary/Amylase.total [Pure catalytic fraction] in Serum or Plasma
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
Amylase.salivary/Amylase.total
Property
CFr.DF
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Amylase S CFr.DF SerPl
Display Name
Amylase.salivary [Pure catalytic fraction]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72572-1?
LOINC code 72572-1 identifies "Amylase.salivary/Amylase.total [Pure catalytic fraction] in Serum or Plasma". 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 72572-1 measure?
This code measures Amylase.salivary/Amylase.total in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the CHEM 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.