90263-5
LaboratoryMicroscopic observation [Identifier] in Milk by Gram stain
Definition
Milk specimens can be tested for infectious organisms as part of regulatory testing, quality control, or during an infectious disease outbreak. Typically, microorganisms that survive pasteurization are gram-positive, and gram-negative bacteria do not survive the process of pasteurization; however, if any gram-negative organisms do survive, they tend to spoil milk more quickly than gram-positive organisms. [https://dairyextension.foodscience.cornell.edu/sites/dairyextension.foodscience.cornell.edu/files/shared/Diary%20Microbiology.pdf]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Observation
Property
Prid
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Milk
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
Gram stain
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Gram Stn Mlk
Display Name
Microscopic observation Gram stain Nom (Milk)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 90263-5?
LOINC code 90263-5 identifies "Microscopic observation [Identifier] in Milk by Gram stain". Milk specimens can be tested for infectious organisms as part of regulatory testing, quality control, or during an infectious disease outbreak. Typically, microorganisms that survive pasteurization are gram-positive, and gram-negative bacteria do not survive the process of pasteurization; however, if any gram-negative organisms do survive, they tend to spoil milk more quickly than gram-positive organisms. [https://dairyextension.foodscience.cornell.edu/sites/dairyextension.foodscience.cornell.edu/files/shared/Diary%20Microbiology.pdf]
What does 90263-5 measure?
This code measures Observation in Milk. 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.