76640-2
ClinicalCoronary artery catheterization study
Definition
This term represents a coronary angiography study. Coronary angiography is a type of cardiac catheterization study in which a dye is injected into the bloodstream in order to visualize the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart and see if any of the arteries are partially or completely blocked. [PMHID: 18367060]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Coronary artery catheterization study
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Coronary arteries
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CARD.PROC
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Coronary aa cath study
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76640-2?
LOINC code 76640-2 identifies "Coronary artery catheterization study". This term represents a coronary angiography study. Coronary angiography is a type of cardiac catheterization study in which a dye is injected into the bloodstream in order to visualize the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart and see if any of the arteries are partially or completely blocked. [PMHID: 18367060]
What does 76640-2 measure?
This code measures Coronary artery catheterization study in Coronary arteries. It belongs to the CARD.PROC 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.