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88683-8

Laboratory

Bacteria identified in Bronchoalveolar lavage by Anaerobe culture

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Bacteria

Property

Prid

Time Aspect

Pt

System

BAL

Scale Type

Nom

Method Type

Anaerobic culture

Details

Class

MICRO

Order/Observation

Both

Short Name

Bacteria BAL Anaerobe Cult

Display Name

Bacteria identified Anaer cx Nom (BAL)

Related Names

AnaeroAnaerobeAnaerobe CultBactBronchial alveolar lavageBronchoalveolar lavageC&SCultCulturesIDIdentity or presenceInfectious DiseaseInfectiousDiseaseLungMicrobiologyNominalPoint in timePulmonaryPulmonologyRandomRespiratory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 88683-8?

LOINC code 88683-8 identifies "Bacteria identified in Bronchoalveolar lavage by Anaerobe culture". It measures Bacteria in BAL.

What does 88683-8 measure?

This code measures Bacteria in BAL. 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.