95932-0
ClinicalPulmonary hypertension [Class]
Definition
The World Health Organization's (WHO) five pulmonary hypertension categories are differentiated by their principle cause. Specific treatments and therapies can be tailored to each category. [PMID: 22558526]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Pulmonary hypertension
Property
Class
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PULM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Pulmonary hypertension class
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95932-0?
LOINC code 95932-0 identifies "Pulmonary hypertension [Class]". The World Health Organization's (WHO) five pulmonary hypertension categories are differentiated by their principle cause. Specific treatments and therapies can be tailored to each category. [PMID: 22558526]
What does 95932-0 measure?
This code measures Pulmonary hypertension in ^Patient. It belongs to the PULM 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.