87459-4
LaboratoryNitrite [Mass/volume] in Specimen
Definition
Quantitative measurement of nitrite 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
Nitrite
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Nitrite Spec-mCnc
Display Name
Nitrite (Specimen) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87459-4?
LOINC code 87459-4 identifies "Nitrite [Mass/volume] in Specimen". Quantitative measurement of nitrite 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 87459-4 measure?
This code measures Nitrite in XXX. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.