LOINC display name : Epithelial cells Gram stain Ql (Specimen);
LOINC long common name : Epithelial cells [Presence] in Specimen by Gram stain;
LOINC short name : Epi Cells Spec Ql Gram Stn;
LOINC description : The nature and number of epithelial cells are recorded along with the presence of
bacteria, yeast, and other cells from a Gram stain on any part of the body where infection
is suspected. Specimens include swab of abscess, cervical or vaginal swab, pus, throat
or nose swab. Results are used for diagnosis, selection of antibiotics for treatment,
and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.;
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