LOINC Code 58239-5: Deprecated PhenX measure - lipid profile
58239-5 is a LOINC code used to identify Deprecated PhenX measure - lipid profile 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 PhenX measure - lipid profile. It is commonly used with the system or sample type ^Patient.
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 PhenX measure - lipid profile. It is commonly used with the system or sample type ^Patient.
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: DEPRECATED
- Method: PhenX
What it does not mean
- The code identifies the observation or test, not the actual result.
Key facts
- Deprecated PhenX measure - lipid profile
- PhenX measure - lipid profile
- A lipid profile is used to determine if an individual is at risk for the development of coronary heart disease (CHD). A lipid profile has been shown to be a good indicator of risk for a heart attack or stroke caused by blockage of blood vessels or hardening of the arteries.
- Pan; Panel; PANEL.PHENX; Panl; Pnl; Point in time; Prof; 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.
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