80661-2
LaboratoryColor of Peritoneal dialysis fluid
Definition
For patients on peritoneal dialysis monitoring the color of the peritoneal dialysis fluid removed is important. Normally the fluid is pink-tinged for the initial four cycles and clear or pale yellow afterwards. The presence of pink or bloody effluent suggests bleeding inside the abdomen.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Observation
Property
Color
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Dial fld prt
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
SPEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Color DiafP
Display Name
Color (Perit dial fld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80661-2?
LOINC code 80661-2 identifies "Color of Peritoneal dialysis fluid". For patients on peritoneal dialysis monitoring the color of the peritoneal dialysis fluid removed is important. Normally the fluid is pink-tinged for the initial four cycles and clear or pale yellow afterwards. The presence of pink or bloody effluent suggests bleeding inside the abdomen.
What does 80661-2 measure?
This code measures Observation in Dial fld prt. It belongs to the SPEC 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.