87455-2
LaboratoryPotassium [Mass/mass] in Specimen
Definition
Quantitative measurement of potassium levels in various human, veterinary, or environmental specimens, including tissue, feces, soil, cement and animal food sources (e.g. corn, soybean, hay, grass, grain).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Potassium
Property
MCnt
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Potassium Spec-mCnt
Display Name
Potassium (Specimen) [Mass/Mass]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87455-2?
LOINC code 87455-2 identifies "Potassium [Mass/mass] in Specimen". Quantitative measurement of potassium levels in various human, veterinary, or environmental specimens, including tissue, feces, soil, cement and animal food sources (e.g. corn, soybean, hay, grass, grain).
What does 87455-2 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.