76270-8
ClinicalRespiratory rate by Impedance.transthoracic
Definition
Rate of breathing; method: transthoracic impedance variations. [IEEE]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Breaths
Property
NRat
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Respiratory system
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Impedance.transthoracic
Details
Class
PULM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Resp rate Imped.transthoracic
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76270-8?
LOINC code 76270-8 identifies "Respiratory rate by Impedance.transthoracic". Rate of breathing; method: transthoracic impedance variations. [IEEE]
What does 76270-8 measure?
This code measures Breaths in Respiratory system. It belongs to the PULM 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.