100226-0
ClinicalSmall bowel capsule endoscopy study Document
Definition
Capsule endoscopy is a non-invasive procedure used to evaluate various types of gastrointestinal pathology. It involves the patient swallowing a capsule containing cameras that capture images of the gastrointestinal tract. Small bowel capsule endoscopy is used to evaluate for a variety of conditions including Crohn's disease, celiac disease, and suspected small bowel bleeding. [PMID: 33111600]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Small bowel capsule endoscopy study
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
ENDO.GI
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Sm bowel capsule endo study Doc
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 100226-0?
LOINC code 100226-0 identifies "Small bowel capsule endoscopy study Document". Capsule endoscopy is a non-invasive procedure used to evaluate various types of gastrointestinal pathology. It involves the patient swallowing a capsule containing cameras that capture images of the gastrointestinal tract. Small bowel capsule endoscopy is used to evaluate for a variety of conditions including Crohn's disease, celiac disease, and suspected small bowel bleeding. [PMID: 33111600]
What does 100226-0 measure?
This code measures Small bowel capsule endoscopy study in ^Patient. It belongs to the ENDO.GI class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.