87462-8
LaboratoryNitrate [Mass/mass] in Specimen
Definition
Quantitative measurement of nitrate 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
Nitrate
Property
MCnt
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Nitrate Spec-mCnt
Display Name
Nitrate (Specimen) [Mass/Mass]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87462-8?
LOINC code 87462-8 identifies "Nitrate [Mass/mass] in Specimen". Quantitative measurement of nitrate 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 87462-8 measure?
This code measures Nitrate 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.