80551-5
LaboratoryTetrahydrocannabinol [Mass/mass] in Hair
Definition
Hair analysis provides a longer surveillance window for drug use than other methods because hair retains drugs longer (weeks or months, compared with days detectable in blood or urine). Collecting hair specimens also is less invasive than urine or blood sampling. Drawbacks for hair analysis include expense, and possible environmental contamination of the specimen.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Tetrahydrocannabinol
Property
MCnt
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Hair
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
THC Hair-mCnt
Display Name
Tetrahydrocannabinol (Hair) [Mass/Mass]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80551-5?
LOINC code 80551-5 identifies "Tetrahydrocannabinol [Mass/mass] in Hair". Hair analysis provides a longer surveillance window for drug use than other methods because hair retains drugs longer (weeks or months, compared with days detectable in blood or urine). Collecting hair specimens also is less invasive than urine or blood sampling. Drawbacks for hair analysis include expense, and possible environmental contamination of the specimen.
What does 80551-5 measure?
This code measures Tetrahydrocannabinol in Hair. 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.