76705-3
LaboratoryTrichomonas vaginalis [Presence] in Specimen by Gram stain
Definition
Trichomonas vaginalis diagnosis is usually by in vitro culture and staining with Giemsa stain. Some laboratories use Gram stain as well. [PMID: 20846588] The XXX system can represent any specimen from the urogenital track of men or women (urethra, penis, vagina, cervix).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Trichomonas vaginalis
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Gram stain
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
T vaginalis Spec Ql Gram Stn
Display Name
T. vaginalis Gram stain Ql (Specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76705-3?
LOINC code 76705-3 identifies "Trichomonas vaginalis [Presence] in Specimen by Gram stain". Trichomonas vaginalis diagnosis is usually by in vitro culture and staining with Giemsa stain. Some laboratories use Gram stain as well. [PMID: 20846588] The XXX system can represent any specimen from the urogenital track of men or women (urethra, penis, vagina, cervix).
What does 76705-3 measure?
This code measures Trichomonas vaginalis in XXX. It belongs to the MICRO 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.