AutoICD API

73729-6

Laboratory

Meperidine [Presence] in Hair

Definition

Testing for the presence of meperidine in hair is performed to detect drug abuse.

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Meperidine

Property

PrThr

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Hair

Scale Type

Ord

Method Type

N/A

Details

Class

DRUG/TOX

Order/Observation

Both

Short Name

Meperidine Hair Ql

Display Name

Meperidine Ql (Hair)

Related Names

AddictionAlgilAlodanCentralgineDemerolDispadolDolantinDolosalDRUG/TOXICOLOGYDrugsDrugs of abuseHarIllicitOrdinalPethidinePoint in timePotentialForAbusePRQLQualQualitativeRandomScreen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 73729-6?

LOINC code 73729-6 identifies "Meperidine [Presence] in Hair". Testing for the presence of meperidine in hair is performed to detect drug abuse.

What does 73729-6 measure?

This code measures Meperidine in Hair. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.