11832-3
ClinicalFetal Amniotic fluid space Maximum diameter largest pocket US
Definition
An estimate of critical amniotic fluid volume made with the sound path perpendicular to the surface of the uterus. The largest pocket of amniotic fluid that does not contain umbilical cord is identified and the largest diameter of this pocket measured.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Diameter.largest pocket.max
Property
Len
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Am fld space^Fetus
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
US.measured
Details
Class
OB.US
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Fet AF space Diam.lgst pct max US.meas
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 11832-3?
LOINC code 11832-3 identifies "Fetal Amniotic fluid space Maximum diameter largest pocket US". An estimate of critical amniotic fluid volume made with the sound path perpendicular to the surface of the uterus. The largest pocket of amniotic fluid that does not contain umbilical cord is identified and the largest diameter of this pocket measured.
What does 11832-3 measure?
This code measures Diameter.largest pocket.max in Am fld space^Fetus. It belongs to the OB.US 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.