LOINCActive

LOINC Code 20126-9: Ventilator wave form

20126-9 is a LOINC code used to identify Ventilator wave form in laboratory and clinical observation data. You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges. LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Ventilator.wave form. It is commonly used with the system or sample type *.

Reviewed by HealthAssure Clinical TeamUpdated 21 May 2026

What is this code?

LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Ventilator.wave form. It is commonly used with the system or sample type *.

When is it used?

  • Used in lab systems, EHRs, and clinical data exchange.
  • May identify a test, observation, survey item, or clinical document request rather than a diagnosis.
  • Status: ACTIVE

What it does not mean

  • The code identifies the observation or test, not the actual result.

Key facts

  • Ventilator wave form
  • Ventilator.wave form
  • Lung; Nominal; Point in time; PULMONARY; Pulmonology; Random; Respiratory; Typ; Waveform Vent

Where you may see this code

You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges.

Common synonyms

Ventilator wave formWaveform VentVentilator.wave formPULMTypePt*

Frequently asked questions

Code details

Code20126-9
SystemLOINC
Display nameVentilator wave form
DescriptionVentilator.wave form
Short nameWaveform Vent
ComponentVentilator.wave form
PropertyType
TimingPt
System (specimen)*
ScaleNom
ClassPULM
StatusACTIVE

Flags

BillableNo
Valid clinical useNo

Source

SourceLOINC
Version2.82
Releasemain
First released1.0m
Last changed2.73

Part names

Ventilator.wave formTypePt*NomPoint in time (spot)

About this content

This page is prepared by HealthAssure's clinical team using official coding standards from LOINC. AI tools assist with drafting explanations, which are then reviewed and verified by healthcare professionals for accuracy. This content is for informational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice. Meet our team.

LOINC Code 20126-9 | HealthAssure