76010-8
ClinicalNasal temperature
Definition
Nasal temperature is measured superficially in one of the nares and is different from nasopharyngeal temperature, which is a deeper measurement in the nasopharynx.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Body temperature
Property
Temp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Nose
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
BDYTMP.MOLEC
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Nasal temp
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76010-8?
LOINC code 76010-8 identifies "Nasal temperature". Nasal temperature is measured superficially in one of the nares and is different from nasopharyngeal temperature, which is a deeper measurement in the nasopharynx.
What does 76010-8 measure?
This code measures Body temperature in Nose. It belongs to the BDYTMP.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.