98657-0
ClinicalBody temperature - Hand surface
Definition
This term is used to report the skin temperature of the hand, for example, as measured during a nerve conduction study.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Body temperature
Property
Temp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Surface.hand
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
BDYTMP.MOLEC
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Bdy temp Hand surface
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98657-0?
LOINC code 98657-0 identifies "Body temperature - Hand surface". This term is used to report the skin temperature of the hand, for example, as measured during a nerve conduction study.
What does 98657-0 measure?
This code measures Body temperature in Surface.hand. It belongs to the BDYTMP.MOLEC 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.