LOINCActive

LOINC Code 32868-2: Second tooth space boundary [Identifier]

32868-2 is a LOINC code used to identify Second tooth space boundary [Identifier] 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 Second tooth space boundary. It is commonly used with the system or sample type {Tooth}.

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 Second tooth space boundary. It is commonly used with the system or sample type {Tooth}.

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

  • Second tooth space boundary [Identifier]
  • Second tooth space boundary
  • 2nd; 2nd tooth space boundary; Dental; Dentistry; Identity or presence; Nominal; Point in time; Random

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

Second tooth space boundary [Identifier]2nd tooth space boundarySecond tooth space boundaryDENTALPridPt{Tooth}

Frequently asked questions

Code details

Code32868-2
SystemLOINC
Display nameSecond tooth space boundary [Identifier]
DescriptionSecond tooth space boundary
Short name2nd tooth space boundary
ComponentSecond tooth space boundary
PropertyPrid
TimingPt
System (specimen){Tooth}
ScaleNom
ClassDENTAL
StatusACTIVE

Flags

BillableNo
Valid clinical useNo

Source

SourceLOINC
Version2.82
Releasemain
First released2.09
Last changed2.27

Part names

Second tooth space boundaryPridPt{Tooth}NomPresence or IdentityPoint 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 32868-2 | HealthAssure