98070-6
ClinicalMedical Research Council breathlessness scale grade
Definition
The Medical Research Council (MRC) Breathlessness Scale evaluates the perceived limitations of breathlessness for an individual patient. Breathlessness is classified from Grade 1 to Grade 5, with higher grades representing increased impact and limitations. [PMID: 28898975]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Medical Research Council breathlessness scale grade
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
MRC
Details
Class
PULM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
MRC breathlessness scale grade
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98070-6?
LOINC code 98070-6 identifies "Medical Research Council breathlessness scale grade". The Medical Research Council (MRC) Breathlessness Scale evaluates the perceived limitations of breathlessness for an individual patient. Breathlessness is classified from Grade 1 to Grade 5, with higher grades representing increased impact and limitations. [PMID: 28898975]
What does 98070-6 measure?
This code measures Medical Research Council breathlessness scale grade 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.