88634-1

LOINC 2.82

Microscopic observation [Identifier] in Saliva (oral fluid) by Gram stain

Gram Stn Sal

Definition

  • Gram stain and culture of saliva may be used to identify pathogens associated with dental caries and can help identify patients at high risk for periodontal disease.

Component

  • Observation

Specimen / system

  • Saliva

Class

  • MICRO

Property

  • Prid

Scale

  • Nom

Method

  • Gram stain

Related names

  • Gram Stn; ID; Identity or presence; Infectious Disease; InfectiousDisease; Microbiology; Nominal; Oral fluid; Point in time; Random; Sal; St; Stains; Stn

Index terms

  • Gram Stn
  • ID
  • Identity or presence
  • Infectious Disease
  • InfectiousDisease
  • Microbiology
  • Nominal
  • Oral fluid
  • Point in time
  • Random
  • Sal
  • St
  • Stains
  • Stn