85151-9
ClinicalXR Bone age
Definition
This term is used to report the bone age (e.g. in years, months), which can be computed by various x-ray methods. To report which method was used to determine bone age, use the Bone age method term [LOINC: 85150-1]. For mapping to an X-ray procedure for determining bone age, see the Views bone age XR terms (e.g. [LOINC: 24724-7]).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bone age
Property
Time
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX>Bones
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
XR
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
XR Bone age
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 85151-9?
LOINC code 85151-9 identifies "XR Bone age". This term is used to report the bone age (e.g. in years, months), which can be computed by various x-ray methods. To report which method was used to determine bone age, use the Bone age method term [LOINC: 85150-1]. For mapping to an X-ray procedure for determining bone age, see the Views bone age XR terms (e.g. [LOINC: 24724-7]).
What does 85151-9 measure?
This code measures Bone age in XXX>Bones. 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.