LOINC Code 32901-1: Tooth space discrepancy {Dental arch} Estimated

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 Tooth space discrepancy. It is commonly used with the system or sample type {Dental arch}.

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
• Method: Estimated

What it does not mean

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

Key facts

• Tooth space discrepancy {Dental arch} Estimated
• Tooth space discrepancy
• Difference between measured tooth space available and estimated tooth space required.
• {Dent arch}; Dental; Dentistry; Est; estimation; Length; Point in time; QNT; Quan; Quant; Quantitative; 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

Frequently asked questions