72107-6
SurveysMini-Mental State Examination [MMSE]
Definition
The Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) or Folstein test is a brief 30-point questionnaire test that is used to screen for cognitive impairment. It is commonly used in medicine to screen for dementia. It is also used to estimate the severity of cognitive impairment at a specific time and to follow the course of cognitive changes in an individual over time.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Mini-mental state examination
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
-
Method Type
MMSE
Details
Class
PANEL.SURVEY.MTLHLTH
Order/Observation
N/A
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72107-6?
LOINC code 72107-6 identifies "Mini-Mental State Examination [MMSE]". The Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) or Folstein test is a brief 30-point questionnaire test that is used to screen for cognitive impairment. It is commonly used in medicine to screen for dementia. It is also used to estimate the severity of cognitive impairment at a specific time and to follow the course of cognitive changes in an individual over time.
What does 72107-6 measure?
This code measures Mini-mental state examination in ^Patient. It belongs to the PANEL.SURVEY.MTLHLTH 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.