LOINC Code 57131-5: Newborn conditions with positive markers Nom (DBS)

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 Newborn conditions with positive markers. It is commonly used with the system or sample type Bld.dot.

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
• Order vs observation: Observation

What it does not mean

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

Key facts

• Newborn conditions with positive markers [Identifier] in DBS
• Newborn conditions with positive markers
• This variable list the conditions that that the markers suggest may be present. It is a coded result intended for easy access by decision support systems to identify the cases that need special attention. The LOINC code will include an answer list that covers all of the conditions screened for by any state. States would only make statements about the conditions they screen for. (This item is still under discussion by the NBS community and subject to change)
• Blood; Chemistry; DBS; Dried blood spot; Filter paper; FP; Identity or presence; NB conditions positive; New born; Nominal; Point in time; Pos; Random; WB; Whole blood

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