88338-9
LaboratoryCoccal bacteria [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy
Definition
The presence (none, few, marked, etc.) of coccal (round-shaped) bacteria in an ear swab sample taken from the left external ear. In veterinary medicine, determining whether coccal or bacilliform bacteria are present in the external ear can help with diagnosis and guide treatment. Common coccal organisms include Streptococcal and Staphylococcal spp.[MERCK VET: eye-and-ear] The clinical course for each ear may be tracked separately in order to monitor response to treatment.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Coccal bacteria
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ear
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.light
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Coccal bact Ear Ql Micro
Display Name
Coccal bacteria LM Ql (Ear)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88338-9?
LOINC code 88338-9 identifies "Coccal bacteria [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy". The presence (none, few, marked, etc.) of coccal (round-shaped) bacteria in an ear swab sample taken from the left external ear. In veterinary medicine, determining whether coccal or bacilliform bacteria are present in the external ear can help with diagnosis and guide treatment. Common coccal organisms include Streptococcal and Staphylococcal spp.[MERCK VET: eye-and-ear] The clinical course for each ear may be tracked separately in order to monitor response to treatment.
What does 88338-9 measure?
This code measures Coccal bacteria in Ear. It belongs to the MICRO 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.