95593-0
Laboratory25-hydroxyvitamin D2 [Mass/volume] in Capillary blood
Definition
Capillary blood has been shown to yield statistically higher 25(OH)D levels compared with venipuncture samples [PMID:18805487].
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Ercalcidiol
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
BldC
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
25(OH)D2 BldC-mCnc
Display Name
25-hydroxyvitamin D2 (BldC) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95593-0?
LOINC code 95593-0 identifies "25-hydroxyvitamin D2 [Mass/volume] in Capillary blood". Capillary blood has been shown to yield statistically higher 25(OH)D levels compared with venipuncture samples [PMID:18805487].
What does 95593-0 measure?
This code measures Ercalcidiol in BldC. It belongs to the CHEM 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.