48545-8
SurveysGeriatric depression scale (GDS) short version total
Definition
Cummulative score of answers to 15 questions is rated on a scoring grid. The grid sets a range of 0-4 as "normal, depending on age, education, complaints", 5-8 as "mildly depressed", 8-11 as "moderately depressed" and 12-15 as "severely depressed"
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Geriatric depression scale.short version total
Property
Score
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
SURVEY.GDS
Order/Observation
N/A
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 48545-8?
LOINC code 48545-8 identifies "Geriatric depression scale (GDS) short version total". Cummulative score of answers to 15 questions is rated on a scoring grid. The grid sets a range of 0-4 as "normal, depending on age, education, complaints", 5-8 as "mildly depressed", 8-11 as "moderately depressed" and 12-15 as "severely depressed"
What does 48545-8 measure?
This code measures Geriatric depression scale.short version total in ^Patient. It belongs to the SURVEY.GDS 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.