87477-6
LaboratoryCalcium in Specimen
Definition
Quantitative measurement of calcium levels in various clinical or veterinary specimens, including tissue, feces, soil, cement and animal food sources (e.g. corn, soybean, hay, grass, grain). In animals, relatively high amounts of dietary calcium can be tolerated. However, when animals are fed calcium above the maximum level over a long period of time, the main side effects include interference with use of other minerals, especially phosphorus and zinc, and/or a significant reduction in feed intake affecting performance.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Calcium
Property
MFr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Calcium MFr Spec
Display Name
Calcium (Specimen) [Mass fraction]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87477-6?
LOINC code 87477-6 identifies "Calcium in Specimen". Quantitative measurement of calcium levels in various clinical or veterinary specimens, including tissue, feces, soil, cement and animal food sources (e.g. corn, soybean, hay, grass, grain). In animals, relatively high amounts of dietary calcium can be tolerated. However, when animals are fed calcium above the maximum level over a long period of time, the main side effects include interference with use of other minerals, especially phosphorus and zinc, and/or a significant reduction in feed intake affecting performance.
What does 87477-6 measure?
This code measures Calcium 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.