AutoICD API

92997-6

Clinical

Upper segment [Length]

Definition

The length of the upper body segment may be based on the sitting height or calculated by subtracting the lower segment measurement ([LOINC: 92998-4 ]) from the standing height [LOINC: 8308-9].

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Upper segment

Property

Len

Time Aspect

Pt

System

^Patient

Scale Type

Qn

Method Type

N/A

Details

Class

BDYHGT.MOLEC

Order/Observation

Observation

Short Name

Upper segment

Related Names

BODY HEIGHT(LENGTH).MOLECHead to symphysis pubis lengthLengthPoint in timeQNTQuanQuantQuantitativeRandomUpUpper body segment length

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 92997-6?

LOINC code 92997-6 identifies "Upper segment [Length]". The length of the upper body segment may be based on the sitting height or calculated by subtracting the lower segment measurement ([LOINC: 92998-4 ]) from the standing height [LOINC: 8308-9].

What does 92997-6 measure?

This code measures Upper segment in ^Patient. It belongs to the BDYHGT.MOLEC 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.