98722-2
ClinicalSpontaneous activity.fasciculation of Muscle on EMG
Definition
Fasciculations are spontaneous discharges that occur in a partial or whole single motor unit at irregular intervals. They are more complex than fibrillations and can be visible if they occur at the surface of a muscle. [PMID: 15961866]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Spontaneous activity.fasciculation
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Muscle
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
EMG
Details
Class
NEURO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Spont activity.fasciculation Muscle EMG
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98722-2?
LOINC code 98722-2 identifies "Spontaneous activity.fasciculation of Muscle on EMG". Fasciculations are spontaneous discharges that occur in a partial or whole single motor unit at irregular intervals. They are more complex than fibrillations and can be visible if they occur at the surface of a muscle. [PMID: 15961866]
What does 98722-2 measure?
This code measures Spontaneous activity.fasciculation in Muscle. It belongs to the NEURO 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.