88340-5
LaboratoryMite [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy
Definition
The presence and amount of ear mites seen on a slide that contains an ear swab sample of the left external ear. In veterinary medicine, this test is useful for the initial diagnosis of an external ear mite infestation, guides the treatment based on if and how many mites are seen, and allows for the tracking of response to treatment. The clinical course for each ear may be tracked separately in order to monitor response to treatment.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Mite
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ear
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.light
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Mite Ear Ql Micro
Display Name
Mite LM Ql (Ear)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88340-5?
LOINC code 88340-5 identifies "Mite [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy". The presence and amount of ear mites seen on a slide that contains an ear swab sample of the left external ear. In veterinary medicine, this test is useful for the initial diagnosis of an external ear mite infestation, guides the treatment based on if and how many mites are seen, and allows for the tracking of response to treatment. The clinical course for each ear may be tracked separately in order to monitor response to treatment.
What does 88340-5 measure?
This code measures Mite 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.