104046-8
ClinicalNumber of steps to walk 10-meters
Definition
The 10-m walk test (10MWT) is to measure of gait speed in Parkinson's disease (PD). This test is a performance measure used to assess walking speed in meters per second over a short distance; to determine functional mobility, gait, and vestibular function
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Number of steps to walk 10-meters
Property
Num
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CLIN
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Num steps to walk 10m
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 104046-8?
LOINC code 104046-8 identifies "Number of steps to walk 10-meters". The 10-m walk test (10MWT) is to measure of gait speed in Parkinson's disease (PD). This test is a performance measure used to assess walking speed in meters per second over a short distance; to determine functional mobility, gait, and vestibular function
What does 104046-8 measure?
This code measures Number of steps to walk 10-meters in ^Patient. It belongs to the CLIN 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.