100228-6
ClinicalUpper gastrointestinal capsule endoscopy study Document
Definition
Capsule endoscopy is a non-invasive procedure used to evaluate various types of gastrointestinal (GI) pathology. It involves the patient swallowing a capsule containing cameras that capture images of the gastrointestinal tract. The use of upper GI capsule endoscopy has been studied for esophageal and gastric varices as well as suspected upper GI bleeding. [PMID: 33111600]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Upper gastrointestinal capsule endoscopy study
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
ENDO.GI
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
UGI capsule endo study Doc
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 100228-6?
LOINC code 100228-6 identifies "Upper gastrointestinal capsule endoscopy study Document". Capsule endoscopy is a non-invasive procedure used to evaluate various types of gastrointestinal (GI) pathology. It involves the patient swallowing a capsule containing cameras that capture images of the gastrointestinal tract. The use of upper GI capsule endoscopy has been studied for esophageal and gastric varices as well as suspected upper GI bleeding. [PMID: 33111600]
What does 100228-6 measure?
This code measures Upper gastrointestinal 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.