73704-9
ClinicalFluid output.nasogastric tube Measured
Definition
Measured nasograstic tube fluid output is reported when monitoring patient fluid balance.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Fluid output.nasogastric tube
Property
Vol
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Upper GI tract
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Measured
Details
Class
IO_OUT.MOLEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Fluid output NG-tube Measured
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73704-9?
LOINC code 73704-9 identifies "Fluid output.nasogastric tube Measured". Measured nasograstic tube fluid output is reported when monitoring patient fluid balance.
What does 73704-9 measure?
This code measures Fluid output.nasogastric tube in Upper GI tract. It belongs to the IO_OUT.MOLEC 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.