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Transplant Admission Date (Clinical Documentation Check)

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

This test is not a laboratory blood or body fluid test but rather a record of the date you were admitted to a transplant program. It helps healthcare providers track when you began your transplant-related care.

Quick summary

["Your transplant admission date marks the start of your specialized medical support timeline."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
68447-2
Short code
DATETRANSPLANTADMISSION
Synonyms
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Category
chemistry
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What This Record Means for Your Care

This entry is used internally by your healthcare team to organize your transplant-related medical history, follow-up appointments, and treatment plans. It ensures all providers have the same starting point for your care journey.

How It Relates to Your Health Monitoring

While this date itself doesn’t measure your health, it helps coordinate tests, medications, and follow-ups that may be scheduled after your transplant admission. Your actual lab work (like blood tests) will be performed separately to monitor your health during and after treatment.

Why It Matters for Your Transplant Team

Your transplant team uses this date to track compliance with pre-transplant preparations, schedule necessary procedures, and ensure you receive care at the right time. It’s part of a broader system to keep your transplant process organized and safe.

What to Expect When You See This Record

You won’t see this test result in your lab results report—it’s a administrative document. However, your healthcare provider may mention it when discussing your transplant timeline or follow-up care plans. If you have questions about your transplant process, ask your doctor or nurse.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

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Frequently asked questions

Why was this date recorded in my medical chart?
This date helps your transplant team align all aspects of your care, including pre-transplant evaluations, medications, and post-transplant monitoring. It ensures nothing is missed in your transplant journey, from initial screening to long-term follow-up.
Will this date affect my lab test results?
No, this date is unrelated to lab test results. Lab tests measure your health (e.g., blood counts, organ function) and are performed separately to monitor your condition during and after transplant procedures.
How often will I need to provide this information to my doctor?
You’ll likely only need to provide this information once during your transplant process, as it’s used to organize your initial care timeline. Your doctor may reference it during follow-up visits to confirm your transplant-related preparations.
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Medical Disclaimer

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