LOINC Code 50570-1: FDA product label OTC - Do not use section
50570-1 is a LOINC code used to identify FDA product label OTC - Do not use section 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 OTC - Do not use section. It is commonly used with the system or sample type ^FDA product label.
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 OTC - Do not use section. It is commonly used with the system or sample type ^FDA product label.
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
- FDA product label OTC - Do not use section
- OTC - Do not use section
- Followed by all contraindications for use with the product. These contraindications are absolute and are intended for situations in which consumers should not use the product unless a prior diagnosis has been established by a doctor or for situations in which certain consumers should not use the product under any circumstances regardless of whether a doctor or health professional is consulted.
- DOCUMENT.REGULATORY; FDA label; Narrative; Over-the-counter; Report
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.
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