95977-5
SurveysEmotion score [Skindex-16]
Definition
Skindex Emotion Scores combine the responses to questions concerning worry, embarrassment, shame, frustration and depression, which are then converted to a linear scale of 0 to 100. Each scale score for a given domain (Symptoms, Emotions, or Functioning) represents the average of the patient's responses to questions for that domain. Higher scores are associated with lower quality of life. [PMID: 22284137]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Emotion score
Property
Score
Time Aspect
1W
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Skindex-16
Details
Class
SURVEY.GNHLTH
Order/Observation
Observation
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95977-5?
LOINC code 95977-5 identifies "Emotion score [Skindex-16]". Skindex Emotion Scores combine the responses to questions concerning worry, embarrassment, shame, frustration and depression, which are then converted to a linear scale of 0 to 100. Each scale score for a given domain (Symptoms, Emotions, or Functioning) represents the average of the patient's responses to questions for that domain. Higher scores are associated with lower quality of life. [PMID: 22284137]
What does 95977-5 measure?
This code measures Emotion score in ^Patient. It belongs to the SURVEY.GNHLTH 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.