80936-8
ClinicalDXA Radius and Ulna - left [Z-score] Bone density
Definition
Formula Input Parameter Definitions: BMD: subject's bone mineral density (BMD) MEAN_BMD: The mean BMD for the reference population. SD: Standard deviation of BMD within reference population.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Views for bone density
Property
Zscore
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Upper extremity.left>Radius+Ulna
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
DXA
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
DXA Radius+Ulna-L Z-score BMD
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80936-8?
LOINC code 80936-8 identifies "DXA Radius and Ulna - left [Z-score] Bone density". Formula Input Parameter Definitions: BMD: subject's bone mineral density (BMD) MEAN_BMD: The mean BMD for the reference population. SD: Standard deviation of BMD within reference population.
What does 80936-8 measure?
This code measures Views for bone density in Upper extremity.left>Radius+Ulna. It belongs to the RAD 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.