LOINC releases draft Codes for COVID-19


In a quick turnaround a new draft version of LOINC codes have been released. This is so that uniformity can be maintained in the diagnosis and treatment of the Covid-19 cases that are fast springing up all around the world.
Head out here to view the draft release: https://loinc.org/prerelease/

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