81316-2
LaboratoryTrichomonas vaginalis [Presence] in Urine sediment by Organism specific culture
Definition
The clinically relevant species, Trichomonas vaginalis, causes a sexually transmitted disease that is more commonly symptomatic in females. Infection with T. vaginalis can increase susceptibility to HIV infection. For this testing, only T vaginalis is reported. If other species of Trichomonas are cultured, the culture is reported as Trichomonas vaginalis not present.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Trichomonas vaginalis
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine sed
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Organism specific culture
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
T vaginalis UrnS Ql Cult
Display Name
T. vaginalis Org specific cx Ql (Urine sed)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 81316-2?
LOINC code 81316-2 identifies "Trichomonas vaginalis [Presence] in Urine sediment by Organism specific culture". The clinically relevant species, Trichomonas vaginalis, causes a sexually transmitted disease that is more commonly symptomatic in females. Infection with T. vaginalis can increase susceptibility to HIV infection. For this testing, only T vaginalis is reported. If other species of Trichomonas are cultured, the culture is reported as Trichomonas vaginalis not present.
What does 81316-2 measure?
This code measures Trichomonas vaginalis in Urine sed. 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.