56114-2
ClinicalWaist Circumference by NHANES
Definition
Measurement of the participant's abdominal (waist) circumference is made at the uppermost lateral border of the ilium using a tape measure.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Circumference
Property
Len
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Abdomen.mid
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
NHANES
Details
Class
BDYCRC.MOLEC
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Circumf by NHANES
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 56114-2?
LOINC code 56114-2 identifies "Waist Circumference by NHANES". Measurement of the participant's abdominal (waist) circumference is made at the uppermost lateral border of the ilium using a tape measure.
What does 56114-2 measure?
This code measures Circumference in Abdomen.mid. It belongs to the BDYCRC.MOLEC 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.