88343-9
LaboratoryLeukocytes [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy
Definition
The amount of leukocytes (inflammatory cells) present in an ear swab sample from the left external canal. In veterinary medicine, this test is useful for the initial diagnosis of an external ear infection, guides the treatment based on if and how many inflammatory cells are seen, and allows for the tracking of response to treatment. The clinical course and response to treatment for each ear may be tracked separately.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Leukocytes
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ear
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.light
Details
Class
HEM/BC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
WBC Ear Ql Micro
Display Name
WBC LM Ql (Ear)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88343-9?
LOINC code 88343-9 identifies "Leukocytes [Presence] in Ear by Light microscopy". The amount of leukocytes (inflammatory cells) present in an ear swab sample from the left external canal. In veterinary medicine, this test is useful for the initial diagnosis of an external ear infection, guides the treatment based on if and how many inflammatory cells are seen, and allows for the tracking of response to treatment. The clinical course and response to treatment for each ear may be tracked separately.
What does 88343-9 measure?
This code measures Leukocytes in Ear. It belongs to the HEM/BC 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.