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79375-2

Laboratory

Microscopic observation [Identifier] in Sputum by Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen--2nd specimen

Definition

The acid fast Ziehl-Neelsen stain is a special bacteriological stain to identify acid-fast organisms, mainly Mycobacteria. The reagents used are Ziehl-Neelsen carbol fushsin, acid alcohol, and methylene blue.

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Observation^2nd specimen

Property

Prid

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Sputum

Scale Type

Nom

Method Type

Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen

Details

Class

MICRO

Order/Observation

Both

Short Name

ZN Stn sp2 Spt

Display Name

Microscopic observation spec 2 Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen Nom (Sput)

Related Names

AcdAcid fast StnAcidsAFB stainConvalescentIDIdentity or presenceInfectious DiseaseInfectiousDiseaseLower respiratoryLungMicrobiologyNominalPoint in timePost immunizationPulmonaryPulmonologyRandomRespiratorySecondsp2SpecSptSputumStStainsStnZN Stn

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 79375-2?

LOINC code 79375-2 identifies "Microscopic observation [Identifier] in Sputum by Acid fast stain.Ziehl-Neelsen--2nd specimen". The acid fast Ziehl-Neelsen stain is a special bacteriological stain to identify acid-fast organisms, mainly Mycobacteria. The reagents used are Ziehl-Neelsen carbol fushsin, acid alcohol, and methylene blue.

What does 79375-2 measure?

This code measures Observation^2nd specimen in Sputum. 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.