733-6
LaboratoryVariant lymphocytes [Presence] in Blood by Light microscopy
Definition
CLSI (formerly NCCLS) document "Reference Leukocyte Differential Count (Proportional) and Evaluation of Instrumental Methods", 1992, recommend the use of variant lymphocytes rather than atypical or reactive lymphocytes.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Lymphocytes.variant
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.light
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Variant Lymphs Bld Ql Smear
Display Name
Variant lymphocytes LM Ql (Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 733-6?
LOINC code 733-6 identifies "Variant lymphocytes [Presence] in Blood by Light microscopy". CLSI (formerly NCCLS) document "Reference Leukocyte Differential Count (Proportional) and Evaluation of Instrumental Methods", 1992, recommend the use of variant lymphocytes rather than atypical or reactive lymphocytes.
What does 733-6 measure?
This code measures Lymphocytes.variant 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.