Acute episode of pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, left arm or jaw within 72 hours of the hospitalization or in-hospital event

Q: Why is Acute episode of pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, left arm or jaw within 72 hours of the hospitalization or in-hospital event ordered?

Providers order this test when results can help evaluate symptoms, monitor conditions, or guide treatment.

Q: How do I prepare for Acute episode of pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, left arm or jaw within 72 hours of the hospitalization or in-hospital event?

Preparation depends on the specific test and your provider’s instructions.

LOINC: 58340-1Type: OtherCPT: N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

A diagnostic test used to support clinical decision-making.

Sources

[1]LOINC — Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes. Regenstrief Institute

Acute episode of pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, left arm or jaw within 72 hours of the hospitalization or in-hospital event

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acute episode of pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, left arm or jaw within 72 hours of the hospitalization or in-hospital event?

Why is Acute episode of pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, left arm or jaw within 72 hours of the hospitalization or in-hospital event ordered?

How do I prepare for Acute episode of pain, discomfort or tightness in the chest, left arm or jaw within 72 hours of the hospitalization or in-hospital event?