AutoICD API

94857-0

Laboratory

Microscopic observation [Presence] in Sputum by Acid fast stain --3rd specimen

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Observation^3rd specimen

Property

PrThr

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Sputum

Scale Type

Ord

Method Type

Acid fast stain

Details

Class

MICRO

Order/Observation

Both

Short Name

Acid fast Stn sp3 Spt Ql

Display Name

Microscopic observation spec 3 Acid fast stain Ql (Sput)

Related Names

AcdAcid fast StnAcidsAFB stainIDInfectious DiseaseInfectiousDiseaseLower respiratoryMicrobiologyOrdinalPoint in timePRQLQualQualitativeRandomScreensp3SpecSptSputumStStainsStn

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 94857-0?

LOINC code 94857-0 identifies "Microscopic observation [Presence] in Sputum by Acid fast stain --3rd specimen". It measures Observation^3rd specimen in Sputum.

What does 94857-0 measure?

This code measures Observation^3rd specimen in Sputum. 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.