88339-7
LaboratoryBacilliform bacteria [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy
Definition
The presence (none, few, marked, etc.) of bacilliform (rod-shaped) bacteria in an ear swab sample taken from the left external ear. In veterinary medicine, the presence of rod-shaped bacteria is an indication for treatment with systemic antibiotics rather than topical. Common bacilliform organisms include Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.[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
Bacilliform bacteria
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ear
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.light
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Bacilliform bact Ear Ql Micro
Display Name
Bacilliform bacteria LM Ql (Ear)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88339-7?
LOINC code 88339-7 identifies "Bacilliform bacteria [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy". The presence (none, few, marked, etc.) of bacilliform (rod-shaped) bacteria in an ear swab sample taken from the left external ear. In veterinary medicine, the presence of rod-shaped bacteria is an indication for treatment with systemic antibiotics rather than topical. Common bacilliform organisms include Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.[MERCK VET: eye-and-ear] The clinical course for each ear may be tracked separately in order to monitor response to treatment.
What does 88339-7 measure?
This code measures Bacilliform 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.