73964-9
ClinicalBody muscle mass Calculated
Definition
Body muscle mass is equal to the patient's total weight (kg) times their body muscle percentage (see LOINC 73965-6). This code represents muscle mass only. Other instruments or methods may be used to lean body weight (e.g. see LOINCs 8342-8 and 8343-6), which includes muscle, bone (skeletal) and organs - everything but body fat (e.g. LOINC 41982-0).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Body muscle mass
Property
Mass
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Calculated
Details
Class
BDYWGT.MOLEC
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Body muscle Calc
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73964-9?
LOINC code 73964-9 identifies "Body muscle mass Calculated". Body muscle mass is equal to the patient's total weight (kg) times their body muscle percentage (see LOINC 73965-6). This code represents muscle mass only. Other instruments or methods may be used to lean body weight (e.g. see LOINCs 8342-8 and 8343-6), which includes muscle, bone (skeletal) and organs - everything but body fat (e.g. LOINC 41982-0).
What does 73964-9 measure?
This code measures Body muscle mass in ^Patient. It belongs to the BDYWGT.MOLEC 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.