72256-1
ClinicalXR Abdomen Views for motility W radioopaque markers
Definition
The colon transit time is used to evaluating disorders of colonic motility. It is helpful in pathologic diagnosis and for planning management in patients with constipation. The patient ingests a radioopaque marker and abdominal x-rays are repeated for several days to track the position of the marker.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Views for motility^W radioopaque markers
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Abdomen
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
XR
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
XR Abd Views for motility W ROMS
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72256-1?
LOINC code 72256-1 identifies "XR Abdomen Views for motility W radioopaque markers". The colon transit time is used to evaluating disorders of colonic motility. It is helpful in pathologic diagnosis and for planning management in patients with constipation. The patient ingests a radioopaque marker and abdominal x-rays are repeated for several days to track the position of the marker.
What does 72256-1 measure?
This code measures Views for motility^W radioopaque markers in Abdomen. It belongs to the RAD 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.