Definition
Specimen identifier unique within a laboratory, as represented by text.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptLaboratory—specimen identifier
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Object ClassLaboratory
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PropertySpecimen identifier
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Value DomainText X(40)
Representation
This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Text X(40) ".Data Type | String |
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Format | X(40) |
Maximum character length | 40 |
Comments
Guide for use:
The assignment of an identifier to a specimen allows the tracking of the specimen through receipt, processing, analysis, reporting and storage within the laboratory.
Origin:
ACSQHC Healthcare Associated Infection Technical Working Group