00245
Specimen action code
1995-11-25
Definition: action to be taken with respect to the specimens that accompany or precede this order. The purpose of this field is to further qualify (when appropriate) the general action indicated by the order control code contained in the accompanying ORC segment. For example, when a new order (ORC - "NW") is sent to the lab, this field would be used to tell the lab whether or not to collect the specimen ("L" or "O"). Refer to table 0065 - action code for valid entries.
Table 0065 Specimen action code
Length≤1
7 values
A | Add ordered tests to the existing specimen |
G | Generated order / reflex order |
L | Lab to obtain specimen from patient |
O | Specimen obtained by service other than Lab |
P | Pending specimen - order sent prior to delivery |
R | Revised order |
S | Schedule the tests specified below |