11864-6
ClinicalFetal Thorax Diameter transverse US
Definition
There is little agreement about the landmarks to be used to make these measurements. Usually the antero posterior and transaxial diameters are measured from outer edge to outer edge in the trans-axial projections at the level of cardiac motion.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Diameter.transverse
Property
Len
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Thorax^Fetus
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
US.measured
Details
Class
OB.US
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Fet Thorax Diam transverse US.meas
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 11864-6?
LOINC code 11864-6 identifies "Fetal Thorax Diameter transverse US". There is little agreement about the landmarks to be used to make these measurements. Usually the antero posterior and transaxial diameters are measured from outer edge to outer edge in the trans-axial projections at the level of cardiac motion.
What does 11864-6 measure?
This code measures Diameter.transverse in Thorax^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.