87444-6
LaboratoryElectron [Electrical Conductivity] of Water
Definition
The ability or power of water that contains ions to conduct electricity. Electrical conductivity may be expressed as micromhos per centimeter [umho/cm] in the U.S. or as Siemens per meter [S/m] in SI units. The more ions present (ionic contamination) in the water, the higher the conductivity.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Electron
Property
ElecCond
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Water
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
SPEC
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Electron Wat
Display Name
Electron (Water) [Electrical Conductivity]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87444-6?
LOINC code 87444-6 identifies "Electron [Electrical Conductivity] of Water". The ability or power of water that contains ions to conduct electricity. Electrical conductivity may be expressed as micromhos per centimeter [umho/cm] in the U.S. or as Siemens per meter [S/m] in SI units. The more ions present (ionic contamination) in the water, the higher the conductivity.
What does 87444-6 measure?
This code measures Electron in Water. 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.