74006-8
ClinicalWeight difference [Mass difference] --pre dialysis - post dialysis
Definition
Body weight difference (amount lost) post dialysis is determined by the difference between pre-dialysis [LOINC: 8347-7] and post-dialysis [LOINC: 8344-4] measurements.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Weight difference^pre dialysis-post dialysis
Property
MDiff
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Calculated
Details
Class
BDYWGT.MOLEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Weight diff pre-post dialysis MDiff Calc
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 74006-8?
LOINC code 74006-8 identifies "Weight difference [Mass difference] --pre dialysis - post dialysis". Body weight difference (amount lost) post dialysis is determined by the difference between pre-dialysis [LOINC: 8347-7] and post-dialysis [LOINC: 8344-4] measurements.
What does 74006-8 measure?
This code measures Weight difference^pre dialysis-post dialysis 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.