81658-7

Laboratory

Suspected organism [Identifier] in Specimen

Definition

An ask-at-order entry question to inform testing protocol as to what test begins a microbiology testing algorithm.

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Suspected organism

Property

Prid

Time Aspect

Pt

System

XXX

Scale Type

Nom

Method Type

N/A

Details

Class

MICRO

Order/Observation

Observation

Short Name

Suspect org Spec

Display Name

Suspected organism Nom (Specimen)

Related Names

AOEObservationIDIdentity or presenceInfectious DiseaseInfectiousDiseaseMicrobiologyMiscMiscellaneousNominalOtherPHPoint in timePublic HealthPublicHealthRandomSuspect orgTo be specified in another part of the messageUnspecified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 81658-7?

LOINC code 81658-7 identifies "Suspected organism [Identifier] in Specimen". An ask-at-order entry question to inform testing protocol as to what test begins a microbiology testing algorithm.

What does 81658-7 measure?

This code measures Suspected organism in XXX. 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.