11978-4
ClinicalFetal Abdomen Circumference derived by US
Definition
Derived from separate measures of anterior-posterior and transverse diameters of the abdomen in the transaxial plane.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Perimeter
Property
Len
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Abdomen^Fetus
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
US.derived
Details
Class
OB.US
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Fet Abd Circum der US
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 11978-4?
LOINC code 11978-4 identifies "Fetal Abdomen Circumference derived by US". Derived from separate measures of anterior-posterior and transverse diameters of the abdomen in the transaxial plane.
What does 11978-4 measure?
This code measures Perimeter in Abdomen^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.