91062-0
LaboratoryBacteria identified in Platelets from Blood product unit by Anaerobe culture
Definition
One of the most common causes of transfusion-related deaths is bacterial infection due to contaminated blood products. Platelets are affected more than other blood products because the temperature at which platelets are stored (20 to 24 degrees Celsius) allows bacterial growth, whereas storage temperatures of other products, such as packed red blood cells (RBC) that are stored at 1 to 6 degrees Celsius, do not. [PMID: 28066700] According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 1,000-3,000 units of platelets is affected. To address this, the AABB standard 5.1.1.1 "Standards for blood Banks and Transfusion Services, 22nd edition" requires accredited institutions to implement procedures for detecting and limiting platelet bacterial contamination. [https://www.cdc.gov/bloodsafety/bbp/bacterial-contamination-of-platelets.html]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bacteria
Property
Prid
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Platelets^BPU
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
Anaerobic culture
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Bacteria Plts BPU Anaerobe Cult
Display Name
Bacteria identified Anaer cx Nom (Plts BPU)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 91062-0?
LOINC code 91062-0 identifies "Bacteria identified in Platelets from Blood product unit by Anaerobe culture". One of the most common causes of transfusion-related deaths is bacterial infection due to contaminated blood products. Platelets are affected more than other blood products because the temperature at which platelets are stored (20 to 24 degrees Celsius) allows bacterial growth, whereas storage temperatures of other products, such as packed red blood cells (RBC) that are stored at 1 to 6 degrees Celsius, do not. [PMID: 28066700] According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 1,000-3,000 units of platelets is affected. To address this, the AABB standard 5.1.1.1 "Standards for blood Banks and Transfusion Services, 22nd edition" requires accredited institutions to implement procedures for detecting and limiting platelet bacterial contamination. [https://www.cdc.gov/bloodsafety/bbp/bacterial-contamination-of-platelets.html]
What does 91062-0 measure?
This code measures Bacteria in Platelets^BPU. 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.