38262-2
ClinicalDXA Calcaneus [Mass/Area] Bone density
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Views for bone density
Property
ArMass
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Lower extremity>Calcaneus
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
DXA
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
DXA Heel ArMass BMD
Related Names
BMDBone DensiometryBone Density ScanCalcaneousDenDensiometryDEXDEXADual Energy X Ray AbsorptiometryEXTFilmsHeelImagingLELegLowMAricOs calcisOscalcisPoint in timeQNTQuanQuantQuantitativeRadRADIOLOGYRandomViewViews for BMDVWS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 38262-2?
LOINC code 38262-2 identifies "DXA Calcaneus [Mass/Area] Bone density". It measures Views for bone density in Lower extremity>Calcaneus.
What does 38262-2 measure?
This code measures Views for bone density in Lower extremity>Calcaneus. 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.