87454-5
LaboratoryPotassium [Mass/volume] in Specimen
Definition
Quantitative measurement of potassium levels in various human, veterinary, or environmental specimens, including serum, plasma, whole blood, urine, water, feces, ocular fluid, blood meal, corn syrup, molasses, glycerin and corn gluten feed wet.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Potassium
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Potassium Spec-mCnc
Display Name
Potassium (Specimen) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87454-5?
LOINC code 87454-5 identifies "Potassium [Mass/volume] in Specimen". Quantitative measurement of potassium levels in various human, veterinary, or environmental specimens, including serum, plasma, whole blood, urine, water, feces, ocular fluid, blood meal, corn syrup, molasses, glycerin and corn gluten feed wet.
What does 87454-5 measure?
This code measures Potassium in XXX. It belongs to the CHEM 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.