AutoICD API

779-9

Laboratory

Poikilocytosis [Presence] in Blood by Light microscopy

Definition

Poikilocytes & Dacrocytes (Teardrops) are not the same thing.

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Poikilocytosis

Property

PrThr

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Bld

Scale Type

Ord

Method Type

Microscopy.light

Details

Class

HEM/BC

Order/Observation

Observation

Short Name

Poikilocytosis Bld Ql Smear

Display Name

Poikilocytosis LM Ql (Bld)

Related Names

BloodHEMATOLOGY/CELL COUNTSLMMicroMicrosMicroscopicOrdinalPoikiloPoikilocytePoikilocytesPoint in timePRQLQualQualitativeRandomScreenWBWhole blood

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 779-9?

LOINC code 779-9 identifies "Poikilocytosis [Presence] in Blood by Light microscopy". Poikilocytes & Dacrocytes (Teardrops) are not the same thing.

What does 779-9 measure?

This code measures Poikilocytosis 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.