79822-3
ClinicalRetinal pigment epithelium Fundus hypopigmentation by Ophthalmoscopy
Definition
This term was developed in collaboration with the National Institute of Health's National Eye Institute (NEI) as part of an effort to standardize the data elements collected by the National Ophthalmic Disease Genotyping and Phenotyping Network (eyeGENE).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Fundus hypopigmentation
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Retinal pigment epithelium
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Ophthalmoscopy
Details
Class
EYE.PX.NEI
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
RPE Fundus hypopig Ophthalmoscopy
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79822-3?
LOINC code 79822-3 identifies "Retinal pigment epithelium Fundus hypopigmentation by Ophthalmoscopy". This term was developed in collaboration with the National Institute of Health's National Eye Institute (NEI) as part of an effort to standardize the data elements collected by the National Ophthalmic Disease Genotyping and Phenotyping Network (eyeGENE).
What does 79822-3 measure?
This code measures Fundus hypopigmentation in Retinal pigment epithelium. It belongs to the EYE.PX.NEI 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.