73708-0
ClinicalBody fat [Mass] Calculated
Definition
Body fat mass is calculated by multiplying a patient's body weight times their body fat percentage (see [LOINC: 41982-0] and [LOINC: 77233-5]). Body fat percentage can be measured by several techniques, including underwater weighing, Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), and skinfold estimation (pinch test). Note that this code does not represent body mass index (BMI), which is typically calculated by dividing a person's body mass divided by the square of their height. LOINC has several codes for BMI.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Body fat mass
Property
Mass
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Calculated
Details
Class
BDYWGT.ATOM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Body fat Calc
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73708-0?
LOINC code 73708-0 identifies "Body fat [Mass] Calculated". Body fat mass is calculated by multiplying a patient's body weight times their body fat percentage (see [LOINC: 41982-0] and [LOINC: 77233-5]). Body fat percentage can be measured by several techniques, including underwater weighing, Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), and skinfold estimation (pinch test). Note that this code does not represent body mass index (BMI), which is typically calculated by dividing a person's body mass divided by the square of their height. LOINC has several codes for BMI.
What does 73708-0 measure?
This code measures Body fat mass in ^Patient. It belongs to the BDYWGT.ATOM 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.