76683-2
LaboratoryMean platelet component [Mass/volume] in Blood by calculation
Definition
This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Siemens Advia 120 Hematology system, which provides an approximate measure of the mean refractive index (RI) of platelets reported as MPC.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Mean platelet component
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Calculated
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
MPC Bld Calc-mCnc
Display Name
Mean platelet component Calc (Bld) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76683-2?
LOINC code 76683-2 identifies "Mean platelet component [Mass/volume] in Blood by calculation". This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Siemens Advia 120 Hematology system, which provides an approximate measure of the mean refractive index (RI) of platelets reported as MPC.
What does 76683-2 measure?
This code measures Mean platelet component 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.