71485-7
ClinicalRight optic nerve Cup-disc ratio by Ophthalmoscopy
Definition
Measures the progress of glaucoma. The cup-to-disc ratio compares the diameter of the "cup" portion of the optic disc with the total diameter of the optic disc. Results are a decimal range from 0.0 to 1.0.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cup-disc ratio
Property
LenRto
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Optic nerve.right
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Ophthalmoscopy
Details
Class
EYE.PX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
R optic n Cup-disc ratio Ophthalmoscopy
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71485-7?
LOINC code 71485-7 identifies "Right optic nerve Cup-disc ratio by Ophthalmoscopy". Measures the progress of glaucoma. The cup-to-disc ratio compares the diameter of the "cup" portion of the optic disc with the total diameter of the optic disc. Results are a decimal range from 0.0 to 1.0.
What does 71485-7 measure?
This code measures Cup-disc ratio in Optic nerve.right. It belongs to the EYE.PX 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.