79868-6
ClinicalType of Opacity Left optic lens by Slit lamp biomicroscopy
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
Opacity
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Optic lens.left
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
Slit lamp biomicroscopy
Details
Class
EYE.SLITLAMP.NEI
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Type of Opac Optic lens-L by Slit lamp
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79868-6?
LOINC code 79868-6 identifies "Type of Opacity Left optic lens by Slit lamp biomicroscopy". 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 79868-6 measure?
This code measures Opacity in Optic lens.left. It belongs to the EYE.SLITLAMP.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.