79891-8
ClinicalType of Nystagmus
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
Nystagmus
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Eye
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
EYE.PX.NEI
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Type of Nystagmus
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79891-8?
LOINC code 79891-8 identifies "Type of Nystagmus". 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 79891-8 measure?
This code measures Nystagmus in Eye. 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.