35088-4
ClinicalGlasgow coma scale
Definition
The Glasgow Coma Scale is a neurological scale for assessing a person's level of consciousness, both for initial as well as continuing assessment. A patient is assessed against the criteria of the scale, and the resulting points give the Glasgow Coma Score (or GCS).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Glasgow coma scale
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.FUNCTION
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Glasgow coma scale
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 35088-4?
LOINC code 35088-4 identifies "Glasgow coma scale". The Glasgow Coma Scale is a neurological scale for assessing a person's level of consciousness, both for initial as well as continuing assessment. A patient is assessed against the criteria of the scale, and the resulting points give the Glasgow Coma Score (or GCS).
What does 35088-4 measure?
This code measures Glasgow coma scale in ^Patient. It belongs to the PANEL.FUNCTION 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.