88689-5
LaboratoryPneumocystis jirovecii [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Calcofluor white
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Pneumocystis jirovecii
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Respiratory system specimen.lower
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Calcofluor white preparation
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
P jirovecii L Resp Ql Calco white
Display Name
P. jirovecii Calcofluor white Ql (Lower resp)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88689-5?
LOINC code 88689-5 identifies "Pneumocystis jirovecii [Presence] in Lower respiratory specimen by Calcofluor white". It measures Pneumocystis jirovecii in Respiratory system specimen.lower.
What does 88689-5 measure?
This code measures Pneumocystis jirovecii in Respiratory system specimen.lower. 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.