Optional: Using LOINC IDs from LOINC.org

Why Use LOINC?

LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is an international standard for identifying medical tests, measurements, and observations. Using LOINC IDs in Docus Lab API ensures:

Global Standardization – Ensures consistency across labs, hospitals, and health systems.

Interoperability – Enables seamless integration with EHR (Electronic Health Records) and other medical software.

AI-Driven Insights – Helps improve AI-powered lab test interpretation by using structured data.

Multi-Language Support – Allows mapping of test names and descriptions in multiple languages.

Where to Find LOINC IDs?

LOINC provides an official catalog where laboratories can look up the correct LOINC ID for each test they perform.

🔍 Browse LOINC Codes: https://loinc.org/

🛠️ Use the LOINC Search Tool: https://loinc.org/search/

Best Practices for Using LOINC with Docus Lab API

1. Assign Correct LOINC IDs to Biomarkers

Each biomarker in the Docus Lab API should be associated with its correct LOINC ID. This allows test results to be correctly classified and interpreted.

✅ Example of Correct Mapping:

Biomarker Name	LOINC ID	Unit
Hemoglobin	718-7	g/dL
Leukocytes (WBC)	6690-2	10^9/L
ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase)	1742-6	U/L

2. Use the "biomarker_group_id" for Biomarker Groups

When setting up biomarker groups, use the LOINC ID as biomarker_group_id that best represents the test panel.

📤 Example: Biomarker Group for "Complete Blood Count (CBC)" - CBC mapping via LOINC

{
  "biomarker_group_id": "58410-2",
  "title": "CBC panel"
}

📤 Example: Individual Biomarkers - Leukocytes mapping via LOINC

{
  "biomarker_id": "6690-2",
  "title": "Leukocytes",
  "unit": "10*3/uL"
}

3. Stay Updated with LOINC Releases

LOINC updates its database twice a year with new codes, retired codes, and refinements. Regularly check the LOINC site or download the latest version of the LOINC table to ensure your LOINC mappings stay up to date.

Download Latest LOINC Codes:
https://loinc.org/downloads/

4. Handle Missing LOINC Codes

If a test does not have a LOINC ID, follow these steps:

Search the LOINC database to find a close match.

Use a placeholder main LOINC ID while waiting for an official code.

Submit a request to LOINC to add a new test code if necessary - https://loinc.org/submissions/

Use custom ID

Using LOINC IDs improves the quality and reliability of lab test data. We strongly recommend mapping all lab tests to LOINC standards to ensure:

Consistent data exchange between healthcare systems

Accurate AI-driven reports in Docus Lab API

Better regulatory compliance

💡 Need Help with LOINC Integration?

For guidance on mapping your lab tests to LOINC, reach out to our support team at support@docus.ai.

Optional: Using LOINC IDs from LOINC.org

Why Use LOINC?#

Where to Find LOINC IDs?#

Best Practices for Using LOINC with Docus Lab API#

1. Assign Correct LOINC IDs to Biomarkers#

2. Use the "biomarker_group_id" for Biomarker Groups#

3. Stay Updated with LOINC Releases#