79768-8
LaboratoryPlatelet dense bodies [Presence] in Blood by Electron microscopy
Definition
This term was developed in collaboration with the National Institute of Health's National Eye Institute (NEI) as part of an effort to standardize the data elements collected by the National Ophthalmic Disease Genotyping and Phenotyping Network (eyeGENE).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Platelet dense bodies
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.electron
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Plt dense bodies Bld Ql EM
Display Name
Platelet dense bodies EM Ql (Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79768-8?
LOINC code 79768-8 identifies "Platelet dense bodies [Presence] in Blood by Electron microscopy". This term was developed in collaboration with the National Institute of Health's National Eye Institute (NEI) as part of an effort to standardize the data elements collected by the National Ophthalmic Disease Genotyping and Phenotyping Network (eyeGENE).
What does 79768-8 measure?
This code measures Platelet dense bodies 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.