38261-4
ClinicalDXA Hip [Mass/Area] Bone density
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Views for bone density
Property
ArMass
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Lower extremity>Hip
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
DXA
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
DXA Hip ArMass BMD
Related Names
BMDBone DensiometryBone Density ScanDenDensiometryDEXDEXADual Energy X Ray AbsorptiometryEXTFilmsImagingLELegLowLower extremity jointMAricMSKMusculoskeletalOrthoOrthopedicsPoint in timeQNTQuanQuantQuantitativeRadRadiologyRandomViewViews for BMDVWS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 38261-4?
LOINC code 38261-4 identifies "DXA Hip [Mass/Area] Bone density". It measures Views for bone density in Lower extremity>Hip.
What does 38261-4 measure?
This code measures Views for bone density in Lower extremity>Hip. It belongs to the RAD 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.