96426-2
ClinicalFetal Nasal bone
Definition
Early second trimester screening for the presence of a fetal nasal bone can help detect chromosomal abnormalities in conjunction with other screening studies [PMID:29164604].
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Nasal bone
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Fetus
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
OB.US
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Fet Nasal bn
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 96426-2?
LOINC code 96426-2 identifies "Fetal Nasal bone". Early second trimester screening for the presence of a fetal nasal bone can help detect chromosomal abnormalities in conjunction with other screening studies [PMID:29164604].
What does 96426-2 measure?
This code measures Nasal bone in ^Fetus. It belongs to the OB.US 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.