82278-3
ClinicalMeasured RMR
Definition
Resting metabolic rate (RMR), sometimes called resting energy expenditure (EE), is commonly measured by indirect calorimetry, which requires quantification of oxygen consumption and sometimes carbon dioxide production while a patient is resting. Indirect calorimetry techniques for measuring RMR are commonly used in research and clinical applications.[PMCID: PMC3928639] Results are used to determine minimal energy requirements for patients receiving nutritional therapy. RMR estimates are also used to counsel patients regarding caloric intake in weight loss programs.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Metabolic rate^resting
Property
EngRat
Time Aspect
1M^mean
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Measured
Details
Class
CLIN
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Measured RMR
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 82278-3?
LOINC code 82278-3 identifies "Measured RMR". Resting metabolic rate (RMR), sometimes called resting energy expenditure (EE), is commonly measured by indirect calorimetry, which requires quantification of oxygen consumption and sometimes carbon dioxide production while a patient is resting. Indirect calorimetry techniques for measuring RMR are commonly used in research and clinical applications.[PMCID: PMC3928639] Results are used to determine minimal energy requirements for patients receiving nutritional therapy. RMR estimates are also used to counsel patients regarding caloric intake in weight loss programs.
What does 82278-3 measure?
This code measures Metabolic rate^resting in ^Patient. It belongs to the CLIN 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.