58229-6
ClinicalBody weight Measured --when specimen taken
Definition
requested as option in new born screening for interpretation of NBS results which may vary with infants weight at the time of the specimen which might be different enough from birth weight to be important.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Body weight^when specimen taken
Property
Mass
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Measured
Details
Class
CLIN
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Weight when spec taken Measured
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 58229-6?
LOINC code 58229-6 identifies "Body weight Measured --when specimen taken". requested as option in new born screening for interpretation of NBS results which may vary with infants weight at the time of the specimen which might be different enough from birth weight to be important.
What does 58229-6 measure?
This code measures Body weight^when specimen taken in ^Patient. It belongs to the CLIN 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.