11987-5
ClinicalFetal Thorax Circumference derived by US
Definition
Derived from measures of transverse long and short diameters in the transaxial projection at the level of cardiac activity assuming shape is elllipse.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Perimeter
Property
Len
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Thorax^Fetus
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
US.derived
Details
Class
OB.US
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Fet Thorax Circum der US
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 11987-5?
LOINC code 11987-5 identifies "Fetal Thorax Circumference derived by US". Derived from measures of transverse long and short diameters in the transaxial projection at the level of cardiac activity assuming shape is elllipse.
What does 11987-5 measure?
This code measures Perimeter 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.