97055-8
ClinicalFinnish diabetes risk score panel FINDRISC
Definition
The Finnish Diabetes Risk Score (FINDRISC) combines categorical scores for age, body mass index, waist circumference, high blood pressure medication use, high blood glucose, physical activity, and consumption of fruits and vegetables, into an overall score identify risk level for developing type 2 diabetes. Higher scores are associated with greater risk for developing type 2 diabetes. [PMID: 12610029]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Finnish diabetes risk score panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
-
Method Type
FINDRISC
Details
Class
PANEL.CLIN.RISK
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
FINDRISC pnl FINDRISC
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 97055-8?
LOINC code 97055-8 identifies "Finnish diabetes risk score panel FINDRISC". The Finnish Diabetes Risk Score (FINDRISC) combines categorical scores for age, body mass index, waist circumference, high blood pressure medication use, high blood glucose, physical activity, and consumption of fruits and vegetables, into an overall score identify risk level for developing type 2 diabetes. Higher scores are associated with greater risk for developing type 2 diabetes. [PMID: 12610029]
What does 97055-8 measure?
This code measures Finnish diabetes risk score panel in ^Patient. It belongs to the PANEL.CLIN.RISK 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.