11985-9
ClinicalFetal Head Circumference measured by ellipse overlay (US)
Definition
Measured in same image as used for biparietal diameter measurement by imaging software ellipse
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Perimeter
Property
Len
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Head^Fetus
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
US.measured.ellipse overlay
Details
Class
OB.US
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Fet Head Circum by ellipse overlay
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 11985-9?
LOINC code 11985-9 identifies "Fetal Head Circumference measured by ellipse overlay (US)". Measured in same image as used for biparietal diameter measurement by imaging software ellipse
What does 11985-9 measure?
This code measures Perimeter in Head^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.