AutoICD API

29078-3

Clinical

Cover test for Heterophoria

Definition

Heterophoria is a tendency for deviation of the eyes from parallelism that is prevented by binocular vision.

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Heterophoria

Property

Prid

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Eyes

Scale Type

Nom

Method Type

Cover test

Details

Class

EYE.HETEROPHORIA

Order/Observation

N/A

Short Name

Cover test

Related Names

EyeEYE.HETEROPHORIAIdentity or presenceNominalOphthalmologicOphthalmologyOphthoOphthyPoint in timeRandomVisionVisual

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 29078-3?

LOINC code 29078-3 identifies "Cover test for Heterophoria". Heterophoria is a tendency for deviation of the eyes from parallelism that is prevented by binocular vision.

What does 29078-3 measure?

This code measures Heterophoria in Eyes. It belongs to the EYE.HETEROPHORIA 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.