86955-2
ClinicalPreliminary testing affected submission for further testing Specimen
Definition
This is an ask at order entry (AOE) concept to report whether or not preliminary testing affected the submission of this specimen for further testing. For example, a specimen that tested positive on a preliminary screening test might be submitted for follow-up confirmatory testing.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Preliminary testing affected submission for further testing
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Specimen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DOC.PUBLICHEALTH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Prelim test affect further test Spec
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 86955-2?
LOINC code 86955-2 identifies "Preliminary testing affected submission for further testing Specimen". This is an ask at order entry (AOE) concept to report whether or not preliminary testing affected the submission of this specimen for further testing. For example, a specimen that tested positive on a preliminary screening test might be submitted for follow-up confirmatory testing.
What does 86955-2 measure?
This code measures Preliminary testing affected submission for further testing in Specimen. It belongs to the DOC.PUBLICHEALTH 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.