80209-0
LaboratoryBarium [Moles/volume] in Body fluid
Definition
Testing for barium is performed on body fluid to monitor risk after intoxication. The quantity of barium in gastric and other body fluids provides an indication of the spread of barium in the patient's body.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Barium
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Body fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Barium Fld-sCnc
Display Name
Barium (Body fld) [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80209-0?
LOINC code 80209-0 identifies "Barium [Moles/volume] in Body fluid". Testing for barium is performed on body fluid to monitor risk after intoxication. The quantity of barium in gastric and other body fluids provides an indication of the spread of barium in the patient's body.
What does 80209-0 measure?
This code measures Barium in Body fld. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.