HL7 Europe Laboratory Report
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## Resource Profile: ObservationResultsLaboratoryEu - Detailed Descriptions

Page standards status: Trial-use | Maturity Level: 2

Definitions for the Observation-resultslab-eu-lab resource profile.

- Key Elements Table
- Differential Elements Table
- Snapshot Elements Table

Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be foundhere

0. Observation
Definition | This observation may represent the result of a simple laboratory test such as hematocrit or it may group the set of results produced by a multi-test study or panel such as a complete blood count, a dynamic function test, a urine specimen study. In the latter case, the observation carries the overall conclusion of the study and references the atomic results of the study as "has-member" child observations Measurements and simple assertions made about a patient, device or other subject.
Short | Laboratory result for a simple test or for a panel/studyMeasurements and simple assertions
Comments | Represents either a lab simple observation or the group of observations produced by a laboratory study. Used for simple observations such as device measurements, laboratory atomic results, vital signs, height, weight, smoking status, comments, etc. Other resources are used to provide context for observations such as laboratory reports, etc.
Control | 0..*
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | Vital Signs, Measurement, Results, Tests
Invariants | dom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources (contained.contained.empty()) dom-3: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL be referred to from elsewhere in the resource or SHALL refer to the containing resource (contained.where((('#'+id in (%resource.descendants().reference | %resource.descendants().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty()) dom-4: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated (contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty()) dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label (contained.meta.security.empty()) dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management (text.`div`.exists()) obs-6: dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present (`dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()`) obs-7: If Observation.code is the same as an Observation.component.code then the value element associated with the code SHALL NOT be present (`value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty()`) obs-value-1: The elements Observation.extension:value-r5 and Observation.value[x] SHALL not be used simultaneously. (`value.empty() or extension('http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value').empty()`) eu-lab-1: If observation status is other then "registered" or "cancelled", at least one of these Observation elements shall be provided: "value", "dataAbsentReason", "hasMember" or "component" (`(status in ('registered'|'cancelled')) or value.exists() or extension.where(url='http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value').exists() or hasMember.exists() or component.exists() or dataAbsentReason.exists()`) eu-lab-2: If observation has components and observation status is other then "registered" or "cancelled", at least one of these Observation.component elements shall be provided: "value" or "dataAbsentReason" (`component.exists() implies (status in ('registered'|'cancelled')) or component.value.exists() or component.extension.where(url='http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.component.value').exists() or component.dataAbsentReason.exists()`) obs-6: dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present (dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()) obs-7: If Observation.code is the same as an Observation.component.code then the value element associated with the code SHALL NOT be present (value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty())
2. Observation.implicitRules
Definition | A reference to a set of rules that were followed when the resource was constructed, and which must be understood when processing the content. Often, this is a reference to an implementation guide that defines the special rules along with other profiles etc.
Short | A set of rules under which this content was created
Comments | Asserting this rule set restricts the content to be only understood by a limited set of trading partners. This inherently limits the usefulness of the data in the long term. However, the existing health eco-system is highly fractured, and not yet ready to define, collect, and exchange data in a generally computable sense. Wherever possible, implementers and/or specification writers should avoid using this element. Often, when used, the URL is a reference to an implementation guide that defines these special rules as part of it's narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.
Control | 0..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | true because This element is labeled as a modifier because the implicit rules may provide additional knowledge about the resource that modifies it's meaning or interpretation
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
4. Observation.extension:bodyStructure
Slice Name | bodyStructure
Definition | R5: `Observation.bodyStructure` (new:Reference(BodyStructure))
Short | R5: Observed body structure (new)
Comments | Element `Observation.bodyStructure` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.bodyStructure` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element). Only used if not implicit in code found in Observation.code or bodySite is used. In many systems, this may be represented as a related observation instead of an inline component.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: Observed body structure (new)) (Extension Type: Reference(Cross-version Profile for R5.BodyStructure for use in FHIR R4, BodyStructure))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.anatomicLocation
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
6. Observation.extension:triggeredBy
Slice Name | triggeredBy
Definition | R5: `Observation.triggeredBy` (new:BackboneElement)
Short | R5: Triggering observation(s) (new)
Comments | Element `Observation.triggeredBy` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Control | 0..* This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: Triggering observation(s) (new)) (Complex Extension)
Is Modifier | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
8. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension
Definition | An Extension May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | ExtensionAdditional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 20..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
10. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation
Slice Name | observation
Definition | An Extension
Short | ExtensionAdditional content defined by implementations
Control | 10..1*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
12. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation.extension
Definition | An Extension May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | ExtensionAdditional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..0*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
14. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `observation`
16. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation.value[x]
Definition | Reference to the triggering observation. Value of extension - must be one of a constrained set of the data types (see Extensibility for a list).
Short | Triggering observationValue of extension
Control | 10..1
Type | Reference(Observation: Medical Test Result (EU core)), date, Meta, Address, Attachment, integer, Count, DataRequirement, Dosage, uuid, Identifier, Coding, SampledData, id, positiveInt, Distance, Period, Duration, canonical, Range, RelatedArtifact, base64Binary, UsageContext, Timing, decimal, CodeableConcept, ParameterDefinition, dateTime, code, string, Contributor, oid, instant, ContactPoint, HumanName, Money, markdown, Ratio, Age, TriggerDefinition, Quantity, uri, url, Annotation, ContactDetail, boolean, Expression, Signature, unsignedInt, time
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.triggeredBy[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
18. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type
Slice Name | type
Definition | R5: `Observation.triggeredBy.type` (new:code)
Short | R5: reflex | repeat | re-run (new)Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Control | 10..1*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
20. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `type`
22. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type.value[x]
Definition | The type of trigger. Reflex | Repeat | Re-run. Value of extension - must be one of a constrained set of the data types (see Extensibility for a list).
Short | reflex | repeat | re-runValue of extension
Control | 10..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from For codes, see R5ObservationTriggeredbytypeForR4 (0.1.0) (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/xver/ValueSet/R5-observation-triggeredbytype-for-R4|0.1.0` ) The type of TriggeredBy Observation.
Type | code, date, Meta, Address, Attachment, integer, Count, DataRequirement, Dosage, uuid, Identifier, Coding, SampledData, id, positiveInt, Distance, Period, Duration, canonical, Range, RelatedArtifact, base64Binary, UsageContext, Timing, decimal, CodeableConcept, ParameterDefinition, dateTime, string, Contributor, oid, instant, ContactPoint, HumanName, Money, markdown, Ratio, Age, Reference, TriggerDefinition, Quantity, uri, url, Annotation, ContactDetail, boolean, Expression, Signature, unsignedInt, time
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
24. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:reason
Slice Name | reason
Definition | R5: `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` (new:string)
Short | R5: Reason that the observation was triggered (new)Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Control | 0..1*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
26. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:reason.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `reason`
28. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.triggeredBy`
30. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.value[x]
Definition | Value of extension - must be one of a constrained set of the data types (see Extensibility for a list).
Short | Value of extension
Control | 0..01
Type | Choice of: base64Binary, boolean, canonical, code, date, dateTime, decimal, id, instant, integer, markdown, oid, positiveInt, string, time, unsignedInt, uri, url, uuid, Address, Age, Annotation, Attachment, CodeableConcept, Coding, ContactPoint, Count, Distance, Duration, HumanName, Identifier, Money, Period, Quantity, Range, Ratio, Reference, SampledData, Signature, Timing, ContactDetail, Contributor, DataRequirement, Expression, ParameterDefinition, RelatedArtifact, TriggerDefinition, UsageContext, Dosage, Meta
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
32. Observation.extension:value-r5
Slice Name | value-r5
Definition | When the result is a Diagram or Picture (Microbiology), then the Attachment data type should be used. In FHIR R4 this can be done by preadopting the R5 Observation.value[x] element using the cross-version extension.
Short | only for Diagrams or Pictures
Comments | Element `Observation.value[x]` is mapped to FHIR R4 element `Observation.value[x]` as `SourceIsBroaderThanTarget`. The mappings for `Observation.value[x]` do not cover the following types: Attachment, Reference. The target context `Observation.value[x]` is a choice-type element and cannot directly hold extensions. The context is moved up to parent element `Observation`. An observation may have: a single value here both a value and a set of related or component values only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by the `code`. CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the `code` defines a coded value. Attachment is used if the observation result value is a binary file such as an image. If the observation result value is derived from the binary file (for example 'X' detected and here is the the proof in this image), the binary file may be directly represented using DocumentReference and referenced by `derivedFrom`. The usage of valueReference is restricted to the MolecularSequence resource when used as a definitional resource, not as a patient-specific finding. . For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: value additional types) (Extension Type: Choice of: Attachment, Reference(Cross-version Profile for R5.MolecularSequence for use in FHIR R4, MolecularSequence))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
34. Observation.extension:value-r5.extension
Definition | An Extension May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | ExtensionAdditional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..0*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
36. Observation.extension:value-r5.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value`
38. Observation.extension:supportingInfo
Slice Name | supportingInfo
Definition | Other resources from the patient record that may be relevant to the event. The information from these resources was either used to create the instance or is provided to help with its interpretation. This extension should not be used if more specific inline elements or extensions are available. For example, use `Observation.hasMember` instead of supportingInformation for representing the members of an Observation panel.
Short | Other information that may be relevant to this event.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Supporting info) (Extension Type: Reference(Resource))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
40. Observation.extension:labTestKit
Slice Name | labTestKit
Definition | The laboratory test kit used for this test.
Short | Laboratory Test Kit
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Device Laboratory Test Kit) (Extension Type: Reference(Device))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
42. Observation.extension:certifiedRefMaterialCodeable
Slice Name | certifiedRefMaterialCodeable
Definition | This extension links this observation with the certified reference material used for the calibration. The certified reference material is identified by using a CodeableConcept. This extension should be used when the unit is UCUM [IU].
Short | Certified Reference Material: CodeableConcept
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Certified Reference Material: CodeableConcept) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
44. Observation.extension:certifiedRefMaterialIdentifer
Slice Name | certifiedRefMaterialIdentifer
Definition | This extension links this observation with the certified reference material used for the calibration. The certified reference material is identified by using an Identifier. This extension should be used when the unit is UCUM [IU].
Short | Certified Reference Material: Identifier
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Certified Reference Material: Identifier) (Extension Type: Identifier)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
46. Observation.extension:accredited
Slice Name | accredited
Definition | Indicates that this laboratory test was/is accredited.
Short | Accredited test
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Laboratory Accredited) (Extension Type: boolean)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
48. Observation.modifierExtension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions. Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).
Short | Extensions that cannot be ignored
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | true because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the resource that contains them
Summary | false
Requirements | Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
50. Observation.status
Definition | The status of the result value.
Short | Status of this observation (e.g. preliminary, final,...)registered | preliminary | final | amended +
Comments | This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from ObservationStatus http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-status|4.0.1 (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-status|4.0.1` ) Codes providing the status of an observation.
Type | code
Is Modifier | true because This element is labeled as a modifier because it is a status element that contains status entered-in-error which means that the resource should not be treated as valid
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.status Need to track the status of individual results. Some results are finalized before the whole report is finalized.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
52. Observation.category
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | Classification of type of observation
Comments | "laboratory" includes laboratory medicine and pathology In addition to the required category valueset, this element allows various categorization schemes based on the owner’s definition of the category and effectively multiple categories can be used at once. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set.
Control | 10..*
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationCategoryCodes http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1 (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1` ) Codes for high level observation categories.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.category`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: pattern @ $this
54. Observation.category:laboratory
Slice Name | laboratory
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | Classification of type of observation
Comments | In addition to the required category valueset, this element allows various categorization schemes based on the owner’s definition of the category and effectively multiple categories can be used at once. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set.
Control | 10..1*
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationCategoryCodes http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1 (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1` ) Codes for high level observation categories.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Pattern Value | `{ "coding" : [{ "system" : "http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/observation-category", "code" : "laboratory" }] }`
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
56. Observation.category:studyType
Slice Name | studyType
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | The way of grouping of the test results into clinically meaningful domains (e.g. hematology study, microbiology study, etc.)Classification of type of observation
Comments | In addition to the required category valueset, this element allows various categorization schemes based on the owner’s definition of the category and effectively multiple categories can be used at once. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set.
Control | 0..*
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Study Types http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1 (required to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-studyType-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
58. Observation.category:specialty
Slice Name | specialty
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | The clinical domain of the laboratory performing the observation (e.g. microbiology, toxicology, chemistry)Classification of type of observation
Comments | In addition to the required category valueset, this element allows various categorization schemes based on the owner’s definition of the category and effectively multiple categories can be used at once. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set.
Control | 0..*
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Specialty http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1 (required to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-specialty-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
60. Observation.code
Definition | Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "name". In this profile this code represents either a simple laboratory test or a laboratory study with multiple child observations Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "name".
Short | Type of observation (code / type)
Comments | In the context of this Observation-laboratory profile, when the observation plays the role of a grouper of member sub-observations, the code represent the group (for instance a panel code). In case no code is available, at least a text shall be provided. All code-value and, if present, component.code-component.value pairs need to be taken into account to correctly understand the meaning of the observation.
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from For example codes, see Laboratory Code http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-codes|4.0.1 (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-obsCode-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.code Knowing what kind of observation is being made is essential to understanding the observation.
Alternate Names | Name
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
62. Observation.subject
Definition | The patient, or group of patients, location, or device this observation is about and into whose record the observation is placed. If the actual focus of the observation is different from the subject (or a sample of, part, or region of the subject), the `focus` element or the `code` itself specifies the actual focus of the observation.
Short | Who and/or what the observation is about
Comments | One would expect this element to be a cardinality of 1..1. The only circumstance in which the subject can be missing is when the observation is made by a device that does not know the patient. In this case, the observation SHALL be matched to a patient through some context/channel matching technique, and at this point, the observation should be updated.
Control | 10..1
Type | Reference(Patient (EU core), Patient, Group, Device, Location)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.subject Observations have no value if you don't know who or what they're about.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
64. Observation.focus
Definition | The actual focus of an observation when it is not the patient of record representing something or someone associated with the patient such as a spouse, parent, fetus, or donor. For example, fetus observations in a mother's record. The focus of an observation could also be an existing condition, an intervention, the subject's diet, another observation of the subject, or a body structure such as tumor or implanted device. An example use case would be using the Observation resource to capture whether the mother is trained to change her child's tracheostomy tube. In this example, the child is the patient of record and the mother is the focus.
Short | What the observation is about, when it is not about the subject of record
Comments | Typically, an observation is made about the subject - a patient, or group of patients, location, or device - and the distinction between the subject and what is directly measured for an observation is specified in the observation code itself ( e.g., "Blood Glucose") and does not need to be represented separately using this element. Use `specimen` if a reference to a specimen is required. If a code is required instead of a resource use either `bodysite` for bodysites or the standard extension focusCode.
Control | 0..*
Type | Reference(Patient (EU core), RelatedPerson: AnimalSpecimen, Group, Device, Location (EU core), Resource)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.directSubject[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
66. Observation.effective[x]
Definition | The time or time-period the observed value is asserted as being true. For biological subjects - e.g. human patients - this is usually called the "physiologically relevant time". This is usually either the time of the procedure or of specimen collection, but very often the source of the date/time is not known, only the date/time itself.
Short | Clinically relevant time/time-period for observation
Comments | At least a date should be present unless this observation is a historical report. For recording imprecise or "fuzzy" times (For example, a blood glucose measurement taken "after breakfast") use the Timing datatype which allow the measurement to be tied to regular life events.
Control | 10..1
Type | Choice of: dateTime, Period, Timing, instant
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.observationDate[x] Knowing when an observation was deemed true is important to its relevance as well as determining trends.
Alternate Names | Occurrence
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
68. Observation.issued
Definition | The date and time this version of the observation was made available to providers, typically after the results have been reviewed and verified.
Short | Date/Time this result was made availableDate/Time this version was made available
Comments | For Observations that don’t require review and verification, it may be the same as the `lastUpdated` time of the resource itself. For Observations that do require review and verification for certain updates, it might not be the same as the `lastUpdated` time of the resource itself due to a non-clinically significant update that doesn’t require the new version to be reviewed and verified again.
Control | 0..1
Type | instant
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.authorship.datetime
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
70. Observation.performer
Definition | Who was responsible for asserting the observed value as "true".
Short | Who is responsible for the observation
Control | 10..*
Type | Reference(Practitioner (EU core), PractitionerRole (EU core), Organization (EU core), Practitioner, PractitionerRole, Organization, CareTeam, Patient, RelatedPerson)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.performer May give a degree of confidence in the observation and also indicates where follow-up questions should be directed.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
72. Observation.performer.extension:performerFunction
Slice Name | performerFunction
Definition | Distinguishes the type of involvement of the performer in the event. For example, 'author', 'verifier' or 'responsible party'.
Short | Type of performance
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Performer function) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.performer.function
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
74. Observation.value[x]
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Choice of: Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.value[x]`. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: type @ $this
76. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity
Slice Name | valueQuantity
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Quantity(Quantity (Eu Lab)), dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
78. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.extension:uncertainty
Slice Name | uncertainty
Definition | The primary measure of variance/uncertainty of the value (the square root of the sum of the squares of the differences between all data points and the mean).
Short | Standard Deviation (same units as the quantity)
Comments | standardDeviation has the same units as the quantity. It is used to normalize the data for computing the distribution function. Applications that cannot deal with probability distributions can still get an idea about the confidence level by looking at standardDeviation.
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Uncertainty) (Extension Type: decimal)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.uncertainty
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
80. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.comparator
Definition | How the value should be understood and represented - whether the actual value is greater or less than the stated value due to measurement issues; e.g. if the comparator is "<" , then the real value is < stated value.
Short | < | <= | >= | > - how to understand the value
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from QuantityComparator http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/quantity-comparator|4.0.1 (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/quantity-comparator|4.0.1` ) How the Quantity should be understood and represented.
Type | code
Is Modifier | true because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because the comparator modifies the interpretation of the value significantly. If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need a framework for handling measures where the value is <5ug/L or >400mg/L due to the limitations of measuring methodology.
Meaning if Missing | If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
82. Observation.value[x]:valueString
Slice Name | valueString
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | string, dateTime, boolean, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
84. Observation.value[x]:valueRange
Slice Name | valueRange
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Range(Range (Eu Lab)), dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
86. Observation.value[x]:valueRatio
Slice Name | valueRatio
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Ratio(Ratio (Eu Lab)), dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
88. Observation.value[x]:valueTime
Slice Name | valueTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | time, dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
90. Observation.value[x]:valueDateTime
Slice Name | valueDateTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
92. Observation.value[x]:valuePeriod
Slice Name | valuePeriod
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Period, dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
94. Observation.value[x]:valueCodeableConcept
Slice Name | valueCodeableConcept
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from For codes, see Results Coded Values Laboratory/Pathology - IPS (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/ips/ValueSet/results-coded-values-laboratory-pathology-uv-ips` )
Type | CodeableConcept, dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
96. Observation.dataAbsentReason
Definition | Provides a reason why the expected value in the element Observation.value[x] is missing.
Short | Provides a reason why the expected value is missing.Why the result is missing
Comments | Null or exceptional values can be represented two ways in FHIR Observations. One way is to simply include them in the value set and represent the exceptions in the value. For example, measurement values for a serology test could be "detected", "not detected", "inconclusive", or "specimen unsatisfactory". The alternate way is to use the value element for actual observations and use the explicit dataAbsentReason element to record exceptional values. For example, the dataAbsentReason code "error" could be used when the measurement was not completed. Note that an observation may only be reported if there are values to report. For example differential cell counts values may be reported only when > 0. Because of these options, use-case agreements are required to interpret general observations for null or exceptional values.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-6
Binding | Unless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from DataAbsentReason http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/data-absent-reason|4.0.1 (extensible to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/data-absent-reason|4.0.1` ) Codes specifying why the result (`Observation.value[x]`) is missing.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.dataAbsentReason For many results it is necessary to handle exceptional values in measurements.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
98. Observation.method
Definition | Laboratory technigue that has been used Indicates the mechanism used to perform the observation.
Short | How it was done
Comments | Laboratory technique (method of measurement) are integral parts of the test specification of some laboratory test coding systems (e.g. NPU), in LOINC hovewer measurement principle is not always present in the test definition. In some cases however knowledge of the used measurment techique is important for proper interpretation of the test result. That's why it is important to explicitly include informaiton about measurement method is such cases. Only used if not implicit in code for Observation.code.
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from For example codes, see Laboratory Techniques http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-methods|4.0.1 (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-technique-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.method In some cases, method can impact results and is thus used for determining whether results can be compared or determining significance of results.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
100. Observation.specimen
Definition | The specimen that was used when this observation was made.
Short | Specimen used for the observationSpecimen used for this observation
Comments | When the specimen is applicable and known it shall be documented Should only be used if not implicit in code found in `Observation.code`. Observations are not made on specimens themselves; they are made on a subject, but in many cases by the means of a specimen. Note that although specimens are often involved, they are not always tracked and reported explicitly. Also note that observation resources may be used in contexts that track the specimen explicitly (e.g. Diagnostic Report).
Control | 0..1
Type | Reference(Specimen: Laboratory, Specimen)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
102. Observation.device
Definition | The device used to generate the observation data.
Short | Measuring instrument(Measurement) Device
Comments | Note that this is not meant to represent a device involved in the transmission of the result, e.g., a gateway. Such devices may be documented using the Provenance resource where relevant.
Control | 0..1
Type | Reference(Device, DeviceMetric)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Device information for laboratory observations
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
104. Observation.hasMember
Definition | A reference to another Observation profiled by Observation-results-laboratory-uv-ips. The target observation (for instance an individual test member of a panel) is considered as a sub-observation of the current one, which plays the role of a grouper. This observation is a group observation (e.g. a battery, a panel of tests, a set of vital sign measurements) that includes the target as a member of the group.
Short | Related resource that belongs to the Observation group
Comments | This element is used in the context of international patient summary when there is a need to group a collection of observations, because they belong to the same panel, or because they share a common interpretation comment, or a common media attachment (illustrative image or graph). In these cases, the current observation is the grouper, and its set of sub-observations are related observations using the type "has-member". For a discussion on the ways Observations can be assembled in groups together see Observation Grouping. When using this element, an observation will typically have either a value or a set of related resources, although both may be present in some cases. For a discussion on the ways Observations can assembled in groups together, see Notes below. Note that a system may calculate results from QuestionnaireResponse into a final score and represent the score as an Observation.
Control | 0..*
Type | Reference(Observation Results: laboratory, Observation, QuestionnaireResponse, MolecularSequence)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.hasMember[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
106. Observation.component
Definition | Some observations have multiple component observations. These component observations are expressed as separate code value pairs that share the same attributes. Examples include systolic and diastolic component observations for blood pressure measurement and multiple component observations for genetics observations.
Short | Laboratory resultComponent results
Comments | For a discussion on the ways Observations can be assembled in groups together see Notes below.
Control | 0..*
Type | BackboneElement
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component Component observations share the same attributes in the Observation resource as the primary observation and are always treated a part of a single observation (they are not separable). However, the reference range for the primary observation value is not inherited by the component values and is required when appropriate for each component observation.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
108. Observation.component.extension:value-r5
Slice Name | value-r5
Definition | When the result is a Diagram or Picture (Microbiology), then the Attachment data type should be used. In FHIR R4 this can be done by preadopting the R5 Observation.value[x] element using the cross-version extension.
Short | only for Diagrams or Pictures
Comments | Element `Observation.value[x]` is mapped to FHIR R4 element `Observation.value[x]` as `SourceIsBroaderThanTarget`. The mappings for `Observation.value[x]` do not cover the following types: Attachment, Reference. The target context `Observation.value[x]` is a choice-type element and cannot directly hold extensions. The context is moved up to parent element `Observation`. An observation may have: a single value here both a value and a set of related or component values only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by the `code`. CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the `code` defines a coded value. Attachment is used if the observation result value is a binary file such as an image. If the observation result value is derived from the binary file (for example 'X' detected and here is the the proof in this image), the binary file may be directly represented using DocumentReference and referenced by `derivedFrom`. The usage of valueReference is restricted to the MolecularSequence resource when used as a definitional resource, not as a patient-specific finding. . For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: value additional types) (Extension Type: Choice of: Attachment, Reference(Cross-version Profile for R5.MolecularSequence for use in FHIR R4, MolecularSequence))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
110. Observation.component.extension:value-r5.extension
Definition | An Extension May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | ExtensionAdditional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..0*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`) ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.component.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
112. Observation.component.extension:value-r5.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value`
114. Observation.component.modifierExtension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions. Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).
Short | Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | true because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
Summary | true
Requirements | Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.
Alternate Names | extensions, user content, modifiers
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
116. Observation.component.code
Definition | Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "code".
Short | Type of component observation (code / type)
Comments | All code-value and component.code-component.value pairs need to be taken into account to correctly understand the meaning of the observation.
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from For example codes, see Laboratory Code http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-codes|4.0.1 (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-obsCode-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.code Knowing what kind of observation is being made is essential to understanding the observation.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
118. Observation.component.value[x]
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Choice of: Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.component.value[x]`. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: type @ $this
120. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity
Slice Name | valueQuantity
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Quantity(Quantity (Eu Lab)), dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
122. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.extension:uncertainty
Slice Name | uncertainty
Definition | The primary measure of variance/uncertainty of the value (the square root of the sum of the squares of the differences between all data points and the mean).
Short | Standard Deviation (same units as the quantity)
Comments | standardDeviation has the same units as the quantity. It is used to normalize the data for computing the distribution function. Applications that cannot deal with probability distributions can still get an idea about the confidence level by looking at standardDeviation.
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Uncertainty) (Extension Type: decimal)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.uncertainty
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
124. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.comparator
Definition | How the value should be understood and represented - whether the actual value is greater or less than the stated value due to measurement issues; e.g. if the comparator is "<" , then the real value is < stated value.
Short | < | <= | >= | > - how to understand the value
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from QuantityComparator http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/quantity-comparator|4.0.1 (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/quantity-comparator|4.0.1` ) How the Quantity should be understood and represented.
Type | code
Is Modifier | true because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because the comparator modifies the interpretation of the value significantly. If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need a framework for handling measures where the value is <5ug/L or >400mg/L due to the limitations of measuring methodology.
Meaning if Missing | If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
126. Observation.component.value[x]:valueString
Slice Name | valueString
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | string, dateTime, boolean, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
128. Observation.component.value[x]:valueRange
Slice Name | valueRange
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Range(Range (Eu Lab)), dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
130. Observation.component.value[x]:valueRatio
Slice Name | valueRatio
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Ratio(Ratio (Eu Lab)), dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
132. Observation.component.value[x]:valueTime
Slice Name | valueTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | time, dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
134. Observation.component.value[x]:valueDateTime
Slice Name | valueDateTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
136. Observation.component.value[x]:valuePeriod
Slice Name | valuePeriod
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Period, dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Ratio, integer, time, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
138. Observation.component.value[x]:valueCodeableConcept
Slice Name | valueCodeableConcept
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from For codes, see Results Coded Values Laboratory/Pathology - IPS (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/ips/ValueSet/results-coded-values-laboratory-pathology-uv-ips` )
Type | CodeableConcept, dateTime, boolean, string, SampledData, Quantity, Period, Ratio, integer, time, Range
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x] An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))

Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be foundhere

0. Observation
Definition | This observation may represent the result of a simple laboratory test such as hematocrit or it may group the set of results produced by a multi-test study or panel such as a complete blood count, a dynamic function test, a urine specimen study. In the latter case, the observation carries the overall conclusion of the study and references the atomic results of the study as "has-member" child observations
Short | Laboratory result for a simple test or for a panel/study
Comments | Represents either a lab simple observation or the group of observations produced by a laboratory study.
Invariants | eu-lab-1: If observation status is other then "registered" or "cancelled", at least one of these Observation elements shall be provided: "value", "dataAbsentReason", "hasMember" or "component" (`(status in ('registered'|'cancelled')) or value.exists() or extension.where(url='http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value').exists() or hasMember.exists() or component.exists() or dataAbsentReason.exists()`) eu-lab-2: If observation has components and observation status is other then "registered" or "cancelled", at least one of these Observation.component elements shall be provided: "value" or "dataAbsentReason" (`component.exists() implies (status in ('registered'|'cancelled')) or component.value.exists() or component.extension.where(url='http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.component.value').exists() or component.dataAbsentReason.exists()`)
2. Observation.extension:supportingInfo
Slice Name | supportingInfo
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Supporting info) (Extension Type: Reference(Resource))
4. Observation.extension:labTestKit
Slice Name | labTestKit
Definition | The laboratory test kit used for this test.
Short | Laboratory Test Kit
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Device Laboratory Test Kit) (Extension Type: Reference(Device))
6. Observation.extension:certifiedRefMaterialCodeable
Slice Name | certifiedRefMaterialCodeable
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Certified Reference Material: CodeableConcept) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
8. Observation.extension:certifiedRefMaterialIdentifer
Slice Name | certifiedRefMaterialIdentifer
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Certified Reference Material: Identifier) (Extension Type: Identifier)
10. Observation.extension:accredited
Slice Name | accredited
Definition | Indicates that this laboratory test was/is accredited.
Short | Accredited test
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Laboratory Accredited) (Extension Type: boolean)
12. Observation.status
Short | Status of this observation (e.g. preliminary, final,...)
14. Observation.category
Comments | "laboratory" includes laboratory medicine and pathology
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.category`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: pattern @ $this
16. Observation.category:laboratory
Slice Name | laboratory
Control | 1..1
Pattern Value | `{ "coding" : [{ "system" : "http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/observation-category", "code" : "laboratory" }] }`
18. Observation.category:studyType
Slice Name | studyType
Short | The way of grouping of the test results into clinically meaningful domains (e.g. hematology study, microbiology study, etc.)
Control | 0..*
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from Laboratory Study Types (required to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-studyType-eu-lab` )
20. Observation.category:specialty
Slice Name | specialty
Short | The clinical domain of the laboratory performing the observation (e.g. microbiology, toxicology, chemistry)
Control | 0..*
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from Laboratory Specialty (required to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-specialty-eu-lab` )
22. Observation.code
Definition | Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "name". In this profile this code represents either a simple laboratory test or a laboratory study with multiple child observations
Comments | In the context of this Observation-laboratory profile, when the observation plays the role of a grouper of member sub-observations, the code represent the group (for instance a panel code). In case no code is available, at least a text shall be provided.
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Code (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-obsCode-eu-lab` )
24. Observation.focus
Type | Reference(Patient (EU core), RelatedPerson: AnimalSpecimen, Group, Device, Location (EU core))
26. Observation.issued
Short | Date/Time this result was made available
28. Observation.performer
Control | 1..?
30. Observation.value[x]
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.value[x]`. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: type @ $this
32. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity
Slice Name | valueQuantity
Type | Quantity(Quantity (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
34. Observation.value[x]:valueString
Slice Name | valueString
Control | 0..1
Type | string
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
36. Observation.value[x]:valueRange
Slice Name | valueRange
Control | 0..1
Type | Range(Range (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
38. Observation.value[x]:valueRatio
Slice Name | valueRatio
Control | 0..1
Type | Ratio(Ratio (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
40. Observation.value[x]:valueTime
Slice Name | valueTime
Control | 0..1
Type | time
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
42. Observation.value[x]:valueDateTime
Slice Name | valueDateTime
Control | 0..1
Type | dateTime
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
44. Observation.value[x]:valuePeriod
Slice Name | valuePeriod
Control | 0..1
Type | Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
46. Observation.value[x]:valueCodeableConcept
Slice Name | valueCodeableConcept
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Results Coded Values Laboratory/Pathology - IPS (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/ips/ValueSet/results-coded-values-laboratory-pathology-uv-ips` )
Type | CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
48. Observation.dataAbsentReason
Short | Provides a reason why the expected value is missing.
50. Observation.method
Definition | Laboratory technigue that has been used
Comments | Laboratory technique (method of measurement) are integral parts of the test specification of some laboratory test coding systems (e.g. NPU), in LOINC hovewer measurement principle is not always present in the test definition. In some cases however knowledge of the used measurment techique is important for proper interpretation of the test result. That's why it is important to explicitly include informaiton about measurement method is such cases.
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Techniques (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-technique-eu-lab` )
52. Observation.specimen
Comments | When the specimen is applicable and known it shall be documented
Type | Reference(Specimen: Laboratory)
54. Observation.device
Short | Measuring instrument
56. Observation.hasMember
Definition | A reference to another Observation profiled by Observation-results-laboratory-uv-ips. The target observation (for instance an individual test member of a panel) is considered as a sub-observation of the current one, which plays the role of a grouper.
Comments | This element is used in the context of international patient summary when there is a need to group a collection of observations, because they belong to the same panel, or because they share a common interpretation comment, or a common media attachment (illustrative image or graph). In these cases, the current observation is the grouper, and its set of sub-observations are related observations using the type "has-member". For a discussion on the ways Observations can be assembled in groups together see Observation Grouping.
Type | Reference(Observation Results: laboratory)
58. Observation.component
Short | Laboratory result
60. Observation.component.code
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Code (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-obsCode-eu-lab` )
62. Observation.component.value[x]
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.component.value[x]`. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: type @ $this
64. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity
Slice Name | valueQuantity
Type | Quantity(Quantity (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
66. Observation.component.value[x]:valueString
Slice Name | valueString
Control | 0..1
Type | string
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
68. Observation.component.value[x]:valueRange
Slice Name | valueRange
Control | 0..1
Type | Range(Range (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
70. Observation.component.value[x]:valueRatio
Slice Name | valueRatio
Control | 0..1
Type | Ratio(Ratio (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
72. Observation.component.value[x]:valueTime
Slice Name | valueTime
Control | 0..1
Type | time
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
74. Observation.component.value[x]:valueDateTime
Slice Name | valueDateTime
Control | 0..1
Type | dateTime
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
76. Observation.component.value[x]:valuePeriod
Slice Name | valuePeriod
Control | 0..1
Type | Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
78. Observation.component.value[x]:valueCodeableConcept
Slice Name | valueCodeableConcept
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Results Coded Values Laboratory/Pathology - IPS (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/ips/ValueSet/results-coded-values-laboratory-pathology-uv-ips` )
Type | CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]

Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be foundhere

0. Observation
Definition | This observation may represent the result of a simple laboratory test such as hematocrit or it may group the set of results produced by a multi-test study or panel such as a complete blood count, a dynamic function test, a urine specimen study. In the latter case, the observation carries the overall conclusion of the study and references the atomic results of the study as "has-member" child observations
Short | Laboratory result for a simple test or for a panel/study
Comments | Represents either a lab simple observation or the group of observations produced by a laboratory study.
Control | 0..*
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | Vital Signs, Measurement, Results, Tests
Invariants | dom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources (`contained.contained.empty()`) dom-3: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL be referred to from elsewhere in the resource or SHALL refer to the containing resource (`contained.where((('#'+id in (%resource.descendants().reference | %resource.descendants().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty()`) dom-4: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated (`contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty()`) dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label (`contained.meta.security.empty()`) dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management (`text.`div`.exists()`) obs-6: dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present (`dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()`) obs-7: If Observation.code is the same as an Observation.component.code then the value element associated with the code SHALL NOT be present (`value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty()`) obs-value-1: The elements Observation.extension:value-r5 and Observation.value[x] SHALL not be used simultaneously. (`value.empty() or extension('http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value').empty()`) eu-lab-1: If observation status is other then "registered" or "cancelled", at least one of these Observation elements shall be provided: "value", "dataAbsentReason", "hasMember" or "component" (`(status in ('registered'|'cancelled')) or value.exists() or extension.where(url='http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value').exists() or hasMember.exists() or component.exists() or dataAbsentReason.exists()`) eu-lab-2: If observation has components and observation status is other then "registered" or "cancelled", at least one of these Observation.component elements shall be provided: "value" or "dataAbsentReason" (`component.exists() implies (status in ('registered'|'cancelled')) or component.value.exists() or component.extension.where(url='http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.component.value').exists() or component.dataAbsentReason.exists()`)
2. Observation.id
Definition | The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes.
Short | Logical id of this artifact
Comments | The only time that a resource does not have an id is when it is being submitted to the server using a create operation.
Control | 0..1
Type | id
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
4. Observation.meta
Definition | The metadata about the resource. This is content that is maintained by the infrastructure. Changes to the content might not always be associated with version changes to the resource.
Short | Metadata about the resource
Control | 0..1
Type | Meta
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
6. Observation.implicitRules
Definition | A reference to a set of rules that were followed when the resource was constructed, and which must be understood when processing the content. Often, this is a reference to an implementation guide that defines the special rules along with other profiles etc.
Short | A set of rules under which this content was created
Comments | Asserting this rule set restricts the content to be only understood by a limited set of trading partners. This inherently limits the usefulness of the data in the long term. However, the existing health eco-system is highly fractured, and not yet ready to define, collect, and exchange data in a generally computable sense. Wherever possible, implementers and/or specification writers should avoid using this element. Often, when used, the URL is a reference to an implementation guide that defines these special rules as part of it's narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.
Control | 0..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | true because This element is labeled as a modifier because the implicit rules may provide additional knowledge about the resource that modifies it's meaning or interpretation
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
8. Observation.language
Definition | The base language in which the resource is written.
Short | Language of the observation
Comments | Language is provided to support indexing and accessibility (typically, services such as text to speech use the language tag). The html language tag in the narrative applies to the narrative. The language tag on the resource may be used to specify the language of other presentations generated from the data in the resource. Not all the content has to be in the base language. The Resource.language should not be assumed to apply to the narrative automatically. If a language is specified, it should it also be specified on the div element in the html (see rules in HTML5 for information about the relationship between xml:lang and the html lang attribute).
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from CommonLanguages (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/languages|4.0.1` ) A human language.
Additional Bindings | Purpose
AllLanguages | Max Binding
Type | code
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
10. Observation.text
Definition | A human-readable narrative that contains a summary of the resource and can be used to represent the content of the resource to a human. The narrative need not encode all the structured data, but is required to contain sufficient detail to make it "clinically safe" for a human to just read the narrative. Resource definitions may define what content should be represented in the narrative to ensure clinical safety.
Short | Text summary of the resource, for human interpretation
Comments | Contained resources do not have narrative. Resources that are not contained SHOULD have a narrative. In some cases, a resource may only have text with little or no additional discrete data (as long as all minOccurs=1 elements are satisfied). This may be necessary for data from legacy systems where information is captured as a "text blob" or where text is additionally entered raw or narrated and encoded information is added later.
Control | 0..1
Type | Narrative
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | narrative, html, xhtml, display
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
12. Observation.contained
Definition | These resources do not have an independent existence apart from the resource that contains them - they cannot be identified independently, and nor can they have their own independent transaction scope.
Short | Contained, inline Resources
Comments | This should never be done when the content can be identified properly, as once identification is lost, it is extremely difficult (and context dependent) to restore it again. Contained resources may have profiles and tags In their meta elements, but SHALL NOT have security labels.
Control | 0..*
Type | Resource
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | inline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
14. Observation.extension
Definition | An Extension
Short | Extension
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
16. Observation.extension:bodyStructure
Slice Name | bodyStructure
Definition | R5: `Observation.bodyStructure` (new:Reference(BodyStructure))
Short | R5: Observed body structure (new)
Comments | Element `Observation.bodyStructure` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.bodyStructure` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element). Only used if not implicit in code found in Observation.code or bodySite is used. In many systems, this may be represented as a related observation instead of an inline component.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: Observed body structure (new)) (Extension Type: Reference(Cross-version Profile for R5.BodyStructure for use in FHIR R4, BodyStructure))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.anatomicLocation
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
18. Observation.extension:triggeredBy
Slice Name | triggeredBy
Definition | R5: `Observation.triggeredBy` (new:BackboneElement)
Short | R5: Triggering observation(s) (new)
Comments | Element `Observation.triggeredBy` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Control | 0..* This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: Triggering observation(s) (new)) (Complex Extension)
Is Modifier | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
20. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
22. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension
Definition | An Extension
Short | Extension
Control | 2..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
24. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation
Slice Name | observation
Definition | An Extension
Short | Extension
Control | 1..1
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
26. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
28. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation.extension
Definition | An Extension
Short | Extension
Control | 0..0
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
30. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `observation`
32. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:observation.value[x]
Definition | Reference to the triggering observation.
Short | Triggering observation
Control | 1..1
Type | Reference(Observation: Medical Test Result (EU core))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.triggeredBy[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
34. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type
Slice Name | type
Definition | R5: `Observation.triggeredBy.type` (new:code)
Short | R5: reflex | repeat | re-run (new)
Comments | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Control | 1..1
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.type` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
36. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
38. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type.extension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
40. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `type`
42. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:type.value[x]
Definition | The type of trigger. Reflex | Repeat | Re-run.
Short | reflex | repeat | re-run
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from R5ObservationTriggeredbytypeForR4 (0.1.0) (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/xver/ValueSet/R5-observation-triggeredbytype-for-R4|0.1.0` ) The type of TriggeredBy Observation.
Type | code
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
44. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:reason
Slice Name | reason
Definition | R5: `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` (new:string)
Short | R5: Reason that the observation was triggered (new)
Comments | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` is part of an existing definition because parent element `Observation.triggeredBy` requires a cross-version extension. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has a context of Observation based on following the parent source element upwards and mapping to `Observation`. Element `Observation.triggeredBy.reason` has no mapping targets in FHIR R4. Typically, this is because the element has been added (is a new element).
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
46. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:reason.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
48. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:reason.extension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
50. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:reason.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `reason`
52. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.extension:reason.value[x]
Definition | Provides the reason why this observation was performed as a result of the observation(s) referenced.
Short | Reason that the observation was triggered
Control | 0..1
Type | string
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
54. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.triggeredBy`
56. Observation.extension:triggeredBy.value[x]
Definition | Value of extension - must be one of a constrained set of the data types (see Extensibility for a list).
Short | Value of extension
Control | 0..0
Type | Choice of: base64Binary, boolean, canonical, code, date, dateTime, decimal, id, instant, integer, markdown, oid, positiveInt, string, time, unsignedInt, uri, url, uuid, Address, Age, Annotation, Attachment, CodeableConcept, Coding, ContactPoint, Count, Distance, Duration, HumanName, Identifier, Money, Period, Quantity, Range, Ratio, Reference, SampledData, Signature, Timing, ContactDetail, Contributor, DataRequirement, Expression, ParameterDefinition, RelatedArtifact, TriggerDefinition, UsageContext, Dosage, Meta
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
58. Observation.extension:value-r5
Slice Name | value-r5
Definition | When the result is a Diagram or Picture (Microbiology), then the Attachment data type should be used. In FHIR R4 this can be done by preadopting the R5 Observation.value[x] element using the cross-version extension.
Short | only for Diagrams or Pictures
Comments | Element `Observation.value[x]` is mapped to FHIR R4 element `Observation.value[x]` as `SourceIsBroaderThanTarget`. The mappings for `Observation.value[x]` do not cover the following types: Attachment, Reference. The target context `Observation.value[x]` is a choice-type element and cannot directly hold extensions. The context is moved up to parent element `Observation`. An observation may have: a single value here both a value and a set of related or component values only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by the `code`. CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the `code` defines a coded value. Attachment is used if the observation result value is a binary file such as an image. If the observation result value is derived from the binary file (for example 'X' detected and here is the the proof in this image), the binary file may be directly represented using DocumentReference and referenced by `derivedFrom`. The usage of valueReference is restricted to the MolecularSequence resource when used as a definitional resource, not as a patient-specific finding. . For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: value additional types) (Extension Type: Choice of: Attachment, Reference(Cross-version Profile for R5.MolecularSequence for use in FHIR R4, MolecularSequence))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
60. Observation.extension:value-r5.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
62. Observation.extension:value-r5.extension
Definition | An Extension
Short | Extension
Control | 0..0
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
64. Observation.extension:value-r5.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value`
66. Observation.extension:value-r5.value[x]
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have: a single value here both a value and a set of related or component values only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by the `code`. CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the `code` defines a coded value. Attachment is used if the observation result value is a binary file such as an image. If the observation result value is derived from the binary file (for example 'X' detected and here is the the proof in this image), the binary file may be directly represented using DocumentReference and referenced by `derivedFrom`. The usage of valueReference is restricted to the MolecularSequence resource when used as a definitional resource, not as a patient-specific finding. . For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Attachment
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
68. Observation.extension:supportingInfo
Slice Name | supportingInfo
Definition | Other resources from the patient record that may be relevant to the event. The information from these resources was either used to create the instance or is provided to help with its interpretation. This extension should not be used if more specific inline elements or extensions are available. For example, use `Observation.hasMember` instead of supportingInformation for representing the members of an Observation panel.
Short | Other information that may be relevant to this event.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Supporting info) (Extension Type: Reference(Resource))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
70. Observation.extension:labTestKit
Slice Name | labTestKit
Definition | The laboratory test kit used for this test.
Short | Laboratory Test Kit
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Device Laboratory Test Kit) (Extension Type: Reference(Device))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
72. Observation.extension:certifiedRefMaterialCodeable
Slice Name | certifiedRefMaterialCodeable
Definition | This extension links this observation with the certified reference material used for the calibration. The certified reference material is identified by using a CodeableConcept. This extension should be used when the unit is UCUM [IU].
Short | Certified Reference Material: CodeableConcept
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Certified Reference Material: CodeableConcept) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
74. Observation.extension:certifiedRefMaterialIdentifer
Slice Name | certifiedRefMaterialIdentifer
Definition | This extension links this observation with the certified reference material used for the calibration. The certified reference material is identified by using an Identifier. This extension should be used when the unit is UCUM [IU].
Short | Certified Reference Material: Identifier
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension(Certified Reference Material: Identifier) (Extension Type: Identifier)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
76. Observation.extension:accredited
Slice Name | accredited
Definition | Indicates that this laboratory test was/is accredited.
Short | Accredited test
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Laboratory Accredited) (Extension Type: boolean)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
78. Observation.modifierExtension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions. Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).
Short | Extensions that cannot be ignored
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | true because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the resource that contains them
Summary | false
Requirements | Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
80. Observation.identifier
Definition | A unique identifier assigned to this observation.
Short | Business Identifier for observation
Note | This is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
Control | 0..*
Type | Identifier
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.identifier
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
82. Observation.basedOn
Definition | A plan, proposal or order that is fulfilled in whole or in part by this event. For example, a MedicationRequest may require a patient to have laboratory test performed before it is dispensed.
Short | Fulfills plan, proposal or order
Control | 0..*
Type | Reference(CarePlan, DeviceRequest, ImmunizationRecommendation, MedicationRequest, NutritionOrder, ServiceRequest)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.order
Alternate Names | Fulfills
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
84. Observation.partOf
Definition | A larger event of which this particular Observation is a component or step. For example, an observation as part of a procedure.
Short | Part of referenced event
Comments | To link an Observation to an Encounter use `encounter`. See the Notes below for guidance on referencing another Observation.
Control | 0..*
Type | Reference(MedicationAdministration, MedicationDispense, MedicationStatement, Procedure, Immunization, ImagingStudy)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Alternate Names | Container
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
86. Observation.status
Definition | The status of the result value.
Short | Status of this observation (e.g. preliminary, final,...)
Comments | This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from ObservationStatus (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-status|4.0.1` ) Codes providing the status of an observation.
Type | code
Is Modifier | true because This element is labeled as a modifier because it is a status element that contains status entered-in-error which means that the resource should not be treated as valid
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.status
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
88. Observation.category
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | Classification of type of observation
Comments | "laboratory" includes laboratory medicine and pathology
Control | 1..*
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationCategoryCodes (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1` ) Codes for high level observation categories.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.category`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: pattern @ $this
90. Observation.category:laboratory
Slice Name | laboratory
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | Classification of type of observation
Comments | In addition to the required category valueset, this element allows various categorization schemes based on the owner’s definition of the category and effectively multiple categories can be used at once. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set.
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationCategoryCodes (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category|4.0.1` ) Codes for high level observation categories.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Pattern Value | `{ "coding" : [{ "system" : "http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/observation-category", "code" : "laboratory" }] }`
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
92. Observation.category:studyType
Slice Name | studyType
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | The way of grouping of the test results into clinically meaningful domains (e.g. hematology study, microbiology study, etc.)
Comments | In addition to the required category valueset, this element allows various categorization schemes based on the owner’s definition of the category and effectively multiple categories can be used at once. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set.
Control | 0..*
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from Laboratory Study Types (required to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-studyType-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
94. Observation.category:specialty
Slice Name | specialty
Definition | A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.
Short | The clinical domain of the laboratory performing the observation (e.g. microbiology, toxicology, chemistry)
Comments | In addition to the required category valueset, this element allows various categorization schemes based on the owner’s definition of the category and effectively multiple categories can be used at once. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set.
Control | 0..*
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from Laboratory Specialty (required to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-specialty-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
96. Observation.code
Definition | Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "name". In this profile this code represents either a simple laboratory test or a laboratory study with multiple child observations
Short | Type of observation (code / type)
Comments | In the context of this Observation-laboratory profile, when the observation plays the role of a grouper of member sub-observations, the code represent the group (for instance a panel code). In case no code is available, at least a text shall be provided.
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Code (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-obsCode-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.code
Alternate Names | Name
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
98. Observation.subject
Definition | The patient, or group of patients, location, or device this observation is about and into whose record the observation is placed. If the actual focus of the observation is different from the subject (or a sample of, part, or region of the subject), the `focus` element or the `code` itself specifies the actual focus of the observation.
Short | Who and/or what the observation is about
Comments | One would expect this element to be a cardinality of 1..1. The only circumstance in which the subject can be missing is when the observation is made by a device that does not know the patient. In this case, the observation SHALL be matched to a patient through some context/channel matching technique, and at this point, the observation should be updated.
Control | 1..1
Type | Reference(Patient (EU core))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.subject
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
100. Observation.focus
Definition | The actual focus of an observation when it is not the patient of record representing something or someone associated with the patient such as a spouse, parent, fetus, or donor. For example, fetus observations in a mother's record. The focus of an observation could also be an existing condition, an intervention, the subject's diet, another observation of the subject, or a body structure such as tumor or implanted device. An example use case would be using the Observation resource to capture whether the mother is trained to change her child's tracheostomy tube. In this example, the child is the patient of record and the mother is the focus.
Short | What the observation is about, when it is not about the subject of record
Comments | Typically, an observation is made about the subject - a patient, or group of patients, location, or device - and the distinction between the subject and what is directly measured for an observation is specified in the observation code itself ( e.g., "Blood Glucose") and does not need to be represented separately using this element. Use `specimen` if a reference to a specimen is required. If a code is required instead of a resource use either `bodysite` for bodysites or the standard extension focusCode.
Control | 0..*
Type | Reference(Patient (EU core), RelatedPerson: AnimalSpecimen, Group, Device, Location (EU core))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.directSubject[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
102. Observation.encounter
Definition | The healthcare event (e.g. a patient and healthcare provider interaction) during which this observation is made.
Short | Healthcare event during which this observation is made
Comments | This will typically be the encounter the event occurred within, but some events may be initiated prior to or after the official completion of an encounter but still be tied to the context of the encounter (e.g. pre-admission laboratory tests).
Control | 0..1
Type | Reference(Encounter)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | For some observations it may be important to know the link between an observation and a particular encounter.
Alternate Names | Context
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
104. Observation.effective[x]
Definition | The time or time-period the observed value is asserted as being true. For biological subjects - e.g. human patients - this is usually called the "physiologically relevant time". This is usually either the time of the procedure or of specimen collection, but very often the source of the date/time is not known, only the date/time itself.
Short | Clinically relevant time/time-period for observation
Comments | At least a date should be present unless this observation is a historical report. For recording imprecise or "fuzzy" times (For example, a blood glucose measurement taken "after breakfast") use the Timing datatype which allow the measurement to be tied to regular life events.
Control | 1..1
Type | Choice of: dateTime, Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.observationDate[x]
Alternate Names | Occurrence
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
106. Observation.issued
Definition | The date and time this version of the observation was made available to providers, typically after the results have been reviewed and verified.
Short | Date/Time this result was made available
Comments | For Observations that don’t require review and verification, it may be the same as the `lastUpdated` time of the resource itself. For Observations that do require review and verification for certain updates, it might not be the same as the `lastUpdated` time of the resource itself due to a non-clinically significant update that doesn’t require the new version to be reviewed and verified again.
Control | 0..1
Type | instant
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.authorship.datetime
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
108. Observation.performer
Definition | Who was responsible for asserting the observed value as "true".
Short | Who is responsible for the observation
Control | 1..*
Type | Reference(Practitioner (EU core), PractitionerRole (EU core), Organization (EU core))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.header.performer
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
110. Observation.performer.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
112. Observation.performer.extension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.performer.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
114. Observation.performer.extension:performerFunction
Slice Name | performerFunction
Definition | Distinguishes the type of involvement of the performer in the event. For example, 'author', 'verifier' or 'responsible party'.
Short | Type of performance
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Performer function) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.performer.function
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
116. Observation.performer.reference
Definition | A reference to a location at which the other resource is found. The reference may be a relative reference, in which case it is relative to the service base URL, or an absolute URL that resolves to the location where the resource is found. The reference may be version specific or not. If the reference is not to a FHIR RESTful server, then it should be assumed to be version specific. Internal fragment references (start with '#') refer to contained resources.
Short | Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
Comments | Using absolute URLs provides a stable scalable approach suitable for a cloud/web context, while using relative/logical references provides a flexible approach suitable for use when trading across closed eco-system boundaries. Absolute URLs do not need to point to a FHIR RESTful server, though this is the preferred approach. If the URL conforms to the structure "/[type]/[id]" then it should be assumed that the reference is to a FHIR RESTful server.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
118. Observation.performer.type
Definition | The expected type of the target of the reference. If both Reference.type and Reference.reference are populated and Reference.reference is a FHIR URL, both SHALL be consistent. The type is the Canonical URL of Resource Definition that is the type this reference refers to. References are URLs that are relative to http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/ e.g. "Patient" is a reference to http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/Patient. Absolute URLs are only allowed for logical models (and can only be used in references in logical models, not resources).
Short | Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient")
Comments | This element is used to indicate the type of the target of the reference. This may be used which ever of the other elements are populated (or not). In some cases, the type of the target may be determined by inspection of the reference (e.g. a RESTful URL) or by resolving the target of the reference; if both the type and a reference is provided, the reference SHALL resolve to a resource of the same type as that specified.
Control | 0..1
Binding | Unless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ResourceType (extensible to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/resource-types|4.0.1` ) Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
120. Observation.performer.identifier
Definition | An identifier for the target resource. This is used when there is no way to reference the other resource directly, either because the entity it represents is not available through a FHIR server, or because there is no way for the author of the resource to convert a known identifier to an actual location. There is no requirement that a Reference.identifier point to something that is actually exposed as a FHIR instance, but it SHALL point to a business concept that would be expected to be exposed as a FHIR instance, and that instance would need to be of a FHIR resource type allowed by the reference.
Short | Logical reference, when literal reference is not known
Comments | When an identifier is provided in place of a reference, any system processing the reference will only be able to resolve the identifier to a reference if it understands the business context in which the identifier is used. Sometimes this is global (e.g. a national identifier) but often it is not. For this reason, none of the useful mechanisms described for working with references (e.g. chaining, includes) are possible, nor should servers be expected to be able resolve the reference. Servers may accept an identifier based reference untouched, resolve it, and/or reject it - see CapabilityStatement.rest.resource.referencePolicy. When both an identifier and a literal reference are provided, the literal reference is preferred. Applications processing the resource are allowed - but not required - to check that the identifier matches the literal reference Applications converting a logical reference to a literal reference may choose to leave the logical reference present, or remove it. Reference is intended to point to a structure that can potentially be expressed as a FHIR resource, though there is no need for it to exist as an actual FHIR resource instance - except in as much as an application wishes to actual find the target of the reference. The content referred to be the identifier must meet the logical constraints implied by any limitations on what resource types are permitted for the reference. For example, it would not be legitimate to send the identifier for a drug prescription if the type were Reference(Observation|DiagnosticReport). One of the use-cases for Reference.identifier is the situation where no FHIR representation exists (where the type is Reference (Any).
Note | This is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
Control | 0..1
Type | Identifier
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
122. Observation.performer.display
Definition | Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference.
Short | Text alternative for the resource
Comments | This is generally not the same as the Resource.text of the referenced resource. The purpose is to identify what's being referenced, not to fully describe it.
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
124. Observation.value[x]
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Choice of: Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.value[x]`. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: type @ $this
126. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity
Slice Name | valueQuantity
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Quantity(Quantity (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
128. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
130. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.extension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.value[x].extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
132. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.extension:uncertainty
Slice Name | uncertainty
Definition | The primary measure of variance/uncertainty of the value (the square root of the sum of the squares of the differences between all data points and the mean).
Short | Standard Deviation (same units as the quantity)
Comments | standardDeviation has the same units as the quantity. It is used to normalize the data for computing the distribution function. Applications that cannot deal with probability distributions can still get an idea about the confidence level by looking at standardDeviation.
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Uncertainty) (Extension Type: decimal)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.uncertainty
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
134. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.value
Definition | The value of the measured amount. The value includes an implicit precision in the presentation of the value.
Short | Numerical value (with implicit precision)
Comments | The implicit precision in the value should always be honored. Monetary values have their own rules for handling precision (refer to standard accounting text books).
Control | 0..1
Type | decimal
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Precision is handled implicitly in almost all cases of measurement.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
136. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.comparator
Definition | How the value should be understood and represented - whether the actual value is greater or less than the stated value due to measurement issues; e.g. if the comparator is "<" , then the real value is < stated value.
Short | < | <= | >= | > - how to understand the value
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from QuantityComparator (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/quantity-comparator|4.0.1` ) How the Quantity should be understood and represented.
Type | code
Is Modifier | true because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because the comparator modifies the interpretation of the value significantly. If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need a framework for handling measures where the value is <5ug/L or >400mg/L due to the limitations of measuring methodology.
Meaning if Missing | If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
138. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.unit
Definition | A human-readable form of the unit.
Short | Unit representation
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | There are many representations for units of measure and in many contexts, particular representations are fixed and required. I.e. mcg for micrograms.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
140. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.system
Definition | The identification of the system that provides the coded form of the unit.
Short | System that defines coded unit form
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: qty-3
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need to know the system that defines the coded form of the unit.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
142. Observation.value[x]:valueQuantity.code
Definition | A computer processable form of the unit in some unit representation system.
Short | Coded form of the unit
Comments | The preferred system is UCUM, but SNOMED CT can also be used (for customary units) or ISO 4217 for currency. The context of use may additionally require a code from a particular system.
Control | 0..1
Type | code
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need a computable form of the unit that is fixed across all forms. UCUM provides this for quantities, but SNOMED CT provides many units of interest.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
144. Observation.value[x]:valueString
Slice Name | valueString
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | string
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
146. Observation.value[x]:valueRange
Slice Name | valueRange
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Range(Range (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
148. Observation.value[x]:valueRatio
Slice Name | valueRatio
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Ratio(Ratio (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
150. Observation.value[x]:valueTime
Slice Name | valueTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | time
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
152. Observation.value[x]:valueDateTime
Slice Name | valueDateTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | dateTime
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
154. Observation.value[x]:valuePeriod
Slice Name | valuePeriod
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Type | Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
156. Observation.value[x]:valueCodeableConcept
Slice Name | valueCodeableConcept
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have; 1) a single value here, 2) both a value and a set of related or component values, or 3) only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Results Coded Values Laboratory/Pathology - IPS (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/ips/ValueSet/results-coded-values-laboratory-pathology-uv-ips` )
Type | CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
158. Observation.dataAbsentReason
Definition | Provides a reason why the expected value in the element Observation.value[x] is missing.
Short | Provides a reason why the expected value is missing.
Comments | Null or exceptional values can be represented two ways in FHIR Observations. One way is to simply include them in the value set and represent the exceptions in the value. For example, measurement values for a serology test could be "detected", "not detected", "inconclusive", or "specimen unsatisfactory". The alternate way is to use the value element for actual observations and use the explicit dataAbsentReason element to record exceptional values. For example, the dataAbsentReason code "error" could be used when the measurement was not completed. Note that an observation may only be reported if there are values to report. For example differential cell counts values may be reported only when > 0. Because of these options, use-case agreements are required to interpret general observations for null or exceptional values.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-6
Binding | Unless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from DataAbsentReason (extensible to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/data-absent-reason|4.0.1` ) Codes specifying why the result (`Observation.value[x]`) is missing.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.dataAbsentReason
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
160. Observation.interpretation
Definition | A categorical assessment of an observation value. For example, high, low, normal.
Short | High, low, normal, etc.
Comments | Historically used for laboratory results (known as 'abnormal flag' ), its use extends to other use cases where coded interpretations are relevant. Often reported as one or more simple compact codes this element is often placed adjacent to the result value in reports and flow sheets to signal the meaning/normalcy status of the result.
Control | 0..*
Binding | Unless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-interpretation|4.0.1` ) Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.interpretation
Alternate Names | Abnormal Flag
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
162. Observation.note
Definition | Comments about the observation or the results.
Short | Comments about the observation
Comments | May include general statements about the observation, or statements about significant, unexpected or unreliable results values, or information about its source when relevant to its interpretation.
Control | 0..*
Type | Annotation
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.resultDescription
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
164. Observation.bodySite
Definition | Indicates the site on the subject's body where the observation was made (i.e. the target site).
Short | Observed body part
Comments | Only used if not implicit in code found in Observation.code. In many systems, this may be represented as a related observation instead of an inline component. If the use case requires BodySite to be handled as a separate resource (e.g. to identify and track separately) then use the standard extension bodySite.
Control | 0..1
Binding | For example codes, see SNOMEDCTBodyStructures (example to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/body-site|4.0.1` ) Codes describing anatomical locations. May include laterality.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.anatomicLocation
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
166. Observation.method
Definition | Laboratory technigue that has been used
Short | How it was done
Comments | Laboratory technique (method of measurement) are integral parts of the test specification of some laboratory test coding systems (e.g. NPU), in LOINC hovewer measurement principle is not always present in the test definition. In some cases however knowledge of the used measurment techique is important for proper interpretation of the test result. That's why it is important to explicitly include informaiton about measurement method is such cases.
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Techniques (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-technique-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.method
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
168. Observation.specimen
Definition | The specimen that was used when this observation was made.
Short | Specimen used for the observation
Comments | When the specimen is applicable and known it shall be documented
Control | 0..1
Type | Reference(Specimen: Laboratory)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
170. Observation.device
Definition | The device used to generate the observation data.
Short | Measuring instrument
Comments | Note that this is not meant to represent a device involved in the transmission of the result, e.g., a gateway. Such devices may be documented using the Provenance resource where relevant.
Control | 0..1
Type | Reference(Device, DeviceMetric)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Device information for laboratory observations
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
172. Observation.referenceRange
Definition | Guidance on how to interpret the value by comparison to a normal or recommended range. Multiple reference ranges are interpreted as an "OR". In other words, to represent two distinct target populations, two `referenceRange` elements would be used.
Short | Provides guide for interpretation
Comments | Most observations only have one generic reference range. Systems MAY choose to restrict to only supplying the relevant reference range based on knowledge about the patient (e.g., specific to the patient's age, gender, weight and other factors), but this might not be possible or appropriate. Whenever more than one reference range is supplied, the differences between them SHOULD be provided in the reference range and/or age properties.
Control | 0..*
Type | BackboneElement
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.referenceRange
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) obs-3: Must have at least a low or a high or text (`low.exists() or high.exists() or text.exists()`)
174. Observation.referenceRange.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
176. Observation.referenceRange.extension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
178. Observation.referenceRange.modifierExtension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions. Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).
Short | Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | true because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
Summary | true
Requirements | Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.
Alternate Names | extensions, user content, modifiers
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
180. Observation.referenceRange.low
Definition | The value of the low bound of the reference range. The low bound of the reference range endpoint is inclusive of the value (e.g. reference range is >=5 - <=9). If the low bound is omitted, it is assumed to be meaningless (e.g. reference range is <=2.3).
Short | Low Range, if relevant
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-3
Type | Quantity(SimpleQuantity)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
182. Observation.referenceRange.high
Definition | The value of the high bound of the reference range. The high bound of the reference range endpoint is inclusive of the value (e.g. reference range is >=5 - <=9). If the high bound is omitted, it is assumed to be meaningless (e.g. reference range is >= 2.3).
Short | High Range, if relevant
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-3
Type | Quantity(SimpleQuantity)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
184. Observation.referenceRange.type
Definition | Codes to indicate the what part of the targeted reference population it applies to. For example, the normal or therapeutic range.
Short | Reference range qualifier
Comments | This SHOULD be populated if there is more than one range. If this element is not present then the normal range is assumed.
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationReferenceRangeMeaningCodes (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/referencerange-meaning|4.0.1` ) Code for the meaning of a reference range.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Need to be able to say what kind of reference range this is - normal, recommended, therapeutic, etc., - for proper interpretation.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
186. Observation.referenceRange.appliesTo
Definition | Codes to indicate the target population this reference range applies to. For example, a reference range may be based on the normal population or a particular sex or race. Multiple `appliesTo` are interpreted as an "AND" of the target populations. For example, to represent a target population of African American females, both a code of female and a code for African American would be used.
Short | Reference range population
Comments | This SHOULD be populated if there is more than one range. If this element is not present then the normal population is assumed.
Control | 0..*
Binding | For example codes, see ObservationReferenceRangeAppliesToCodes (example to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/referencerange-appliesto|4.0.1` ) Codes identifying the population the reference range applies to.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Need to be able to identify the target population for proper interpretation.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
188. Observation.referenceRange.age
Definition | The age at which this reference range is applicable. This is a neonatal age (e.g. number of weeks at term) if the meaning says so.
Short | Applicable age range, if relevant
Control | 0..1
Type | Range
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | Some analytes vary greatly over age.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
190. Observation.referenceRange.text
Definition | Text based reference range in an observation which may be used when a quantitative range is not appropriate for an observation. An example would be a reference value of "Negative" or a list or table of "normals".
Short | Text based reference range in an observation
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
192. Observation.hasMember
Definition | A reference to another Observation profiled by Observation-results-laboratory-uv-ips. The target observation (for instance an individual test member of a panel) is considered as a sub-observation of the current one, which plays the role of a grouper.
Short | Related resource that belongs to the Observation group
Comments | This element is used in the context of international patient summary when there is a need to group a collection of observations, because they belong to the same panel, or because they share a common interpretation comment, or a common media attachment (illustrative image or graph). In these cases, the current observation is the grouper, and its set of sub-observations are related observations using the type "has-member". For a discussion on the ways Observations can be assembled in groups together see Observation Grouping.
Control | 0..*
Type | Reference(Observation Results: laboratory)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.hasMember[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
194. Observation.derivedFrom
Definition | The target resource that represents a measurement from which this observation value is derived. For example, a calculated anion gap or a fetal measurement based on an ultrasound image.
Short | Related measurements the observation is made from
Comments | All the reference choices that are listed in this element can represent clinical observations and other measurements that may be the source for a derived value. The most common reference will be another Observation. For a discussion on the ways Observations can assembled in groups together, see Notes below.
Control | 0..*
Type | Reference(Observation: Medical Test Result (EU core), ImagingStudy)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.derivedFrom[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
196. Observation.component
Definition | Some observations have multiple component observations. These component observations are expressed as separate code value pairs that share the same attributes. Examples include systolic and diastolic component observations for blood pressure measurement and multiple component observations for genetics observations.
Short | Laboratory result
Comments | For a discussion on the ways Observations can be assembled in groups together see Notes below.
Control | 0..*
Type | BackboneElement
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
198. Observation.component.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
200. Observation.component.extension
Definition | An Extension
Short | Extension
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.component.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
202. Observation.component.extension:value-r5
Slice Name | value-r5
Definition | When the result is a Diagram or Picture (Microbiology), then the Attachment data type should be used. In FHIR R4 this can be done by preadopting the R5 Observation.value[x] element using the cross-version extension.
Short | only for Diagrams or Pictures
Comments | Element `Observation.value[x]` is mapped to FHIR R4 element `Observation.value[x]` as `SourceIsBroaderThanTarget`. The mappings for `Observation.value[x]` do not cover the following types: Attachment, Reference. The target context `Observation.value[x]` is a choice-type element and cannot directly hold extensions. The context is moved up to parent element `Observation`. An observation may have: a single value here both a value and a set of related or component values only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by the `code`. CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the `code` defines a coded value. Attachment is used if the observation result value is a binary file such as an image. If the observation result value is derived from the binary file (for example 'X' detected and here is the the proof in this image), the binary file may be directly represented using DocumentReference and referenced by `derivedFrom`. The usage of valueReference is restricted to the MolecularSequence resource when used as a definitional resource, not as a patient-specific finding. . For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
Type | Extension(R5: value additional types) (Extension Type: Choice of: Attachment, Reference(Cross-version Profile for R5.MolecularSequence for use in FHIR R4, MolecularSequence))
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
204. Observation.component.extension:value-r5.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
206. Observation.component.extension:value-r5.extension
Definition | An Extension
Short | Extension
Control | 0..0
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.component.extension.extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
208. Observation.component.extension:value-r5.url
Definition | Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.
Short | identifies the meaning of the extension
Comments | The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.
Control | 1..1
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
Fixed Value | `http://hl7.org/fhir/5.0/StructureDefinition/extension-Observation.value`
210. Observation.component.extension:value-r5.value[x]
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual result
Comments | An observation may have: a single value here both a value and a set of related or component values only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by the `code`. CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the `code` defines a coded value. Attachment is used if the observation result value is a binary file such as an image. If the observation result value is derived from the binary file (for example 'X' detected and here is the the proof in this image), the binary file may be directly represented using DocumentReference and referenced by `derivedFrom`. The usage of valueReference is restricted to the MolecularSequence resource when used as a definitional resource, not as a patient-specific finding. . For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Attachment
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
212. Observation.component.modifierExtension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions. Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).
Short | Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | true because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
Summary | true
Requirements | Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.
Alternate Names | extensions, user content, modifiers
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
214. Observation.component.code
Definition | Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "code".
Short | Type of component observation (code / type)
Comments | All code-value and component.code-component.value pairs need to be taken into account to correctly understand the meaning of the observation.
Control | 1..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Laboratory Code (preferred to `http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-obsCode-eu-lab` )
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.code
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
216. Observation.component.value[x]
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Choice of: Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.component.value[x]`. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: type @ $this
218. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity
Slice Name | valueQuantity
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Quantity(Quantity (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | An observation exists to have a value, though it might not if it is in error, or if it represents a group of observations.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
220. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.id
Definition | Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.
Short | Unique id for inter-element referencing
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
XML Format | In the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summary | false
222. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.extension
Definition | May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.
Short | Additional content defined by implementations
Comments | There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.
Control | 0..*
Type | Extension
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Alternate Names | extensions, user content
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
Slicing | This element introduces a set of slices on `Observation.component.value[x].extension`. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: value @ url
224. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.extension:uncertainty
Slice Name | uncertainty
Definition | The primary measure of variance/uncertainty of the value (the square root of the sum of the squares of the differences between all data points and the mean).
Short | Standard Deviation (same units as the quantity)
Comments | standardDeviation has the same units as the quantity. It is used to normalize the data for computing the distribution function. Applications that cannot deal with probability distributions can still get an idea about the confidence level by looking at standardDeviation.
Control | 0..1
Type | Extension(Uncertainty) (Extension Type: decimal)
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.uncertainty
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`) ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (`extension.exists() != value.exists()`)
226. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.value
Definition | The value of the measured amount. The value includes an implicit precision in the presentation of the value.
Short | Numerical value (with implicit precision)
Comments | The implicit precision in the value should always be honored. Monetary values have their own rules for handling precision (refer to standard accounting text books).
Control | 0..1
Type | decimal
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Precision is handled implicitly in almost all cases of measurement.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
228. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.comparator
Definition | How the value should be understood and represented - whether the actual value is greater or less than the stated value due to measurement issues; e.g. if the comparator is "<" , then the real value is < stated value.
Short | < | <= | >= | > - how to understand the value
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHALL be taken from QuantityComparator (required to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/quantity-comparator|4.0.1` ) How the Quantity should be understood and represented.
Type | code
Is Modifier | true because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because the comparator modifies the interpretation of the value significantly. If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need a framework for handling measures where the value is <5ug/L or >400mg/L due to the limitations of measuring methodology.
Meaning if Missing | If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
230. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.unit
Definition | A human-readable form of the unit.
Short | Unit representation
Control | 0..1
Type | string
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | There are many representations for units of measure and in many contexts, particular representations are fixed and required. I.e. mcg for micrograms.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
232. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.system
Definition | The identification of the system that provides the coded form of the unit.
Short | System that defines coded unit form
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: qty-3
Type | uri
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need to know the system that defines the coded form of the unit.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
234. Observation.component.value[x]:valueQuantity.code
Definition | A computer processable form of the unit in some unit representation system.
Short | Coded form of the unit
Comments | The preferred system is UCUM, but SNOMED CT can also be used (for customary units) or ISO 4217 for currency. The context of use may additionally require a code from a particular system.
Control | 0..1
Type | code
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | Need a computable form of the unit that is fixed across all forms. UCUM provides this for quantities, but SNOMED CT provides many units of interest.
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
236. Observation.component.value[x]:valueString
Slice Name | valueString
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | string
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
238. Observation.component.value[x]:valueRange
Slice Name | valueRange
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Range(Range (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
240. Observation.component.value[x]:valueRatio
Slice Name | valueRatio
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Ratio(Ratio (Eu Lab))
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
242. Observation.component.value[x]:valueTime
Slice Name | valueTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | time
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
244. Observation.component.value[x]:valueDateTime
Slice Name | valueDateTime
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | dateTime
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Primitive Value | This primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
246. Observation.component.value[x]:valuePeriod
Slice Name | valuePeriod
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Type | Period
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
248. Observation.component.value[x]:valueCodeableConcept
Slice Name | valueCodeableConcept
Definition | The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.
Short | Actual component result
Comments | Used when observation has a set of component observations. An observation may have both a value (e.g. an Apgar score) and component observations (the observations from which the Apgar score was derived). If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by Observation.code. A CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the Observation.code defines a coded value. For additional guidance, see the Notes section below.
Control | 0..1
Binding | The codes SHOULD be taken from Results Coded Values Laboratory/Pathology - IPS (preferred to `http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/ips/ValueSet/results-coded-values-laboratory-pathology-uv-ips` )
Type | CodeableConcept
[x] Note | SeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifier | false
Summary | true
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.result.value[x]
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
250. Observation.component.dataAbsentReason
Definition | Provides a reason why the expected value in the element Observation.component.value[x] is missing.
Short | Why the component result is missing
Comments | "Null" or exceptional values can be represented two ways in FHIR Observations. One way is to simply include them in the value set and represent the exceptions in the value. For example, measurement values for a serology test could be "detected", "not detected", "inconclusive", or "test not done". The alternate way is to use the value element for actual observations and use the explicit dataAbsentReason element to record exceptional values. For example, the dataAbsentReason code "error" could be used when the measurement was not completed. Because of these options, use-case agreements are required to interpret general observations for exceptional values.
Control | 0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-6
Binding | Unless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from DataAbsentReason (extensible to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/data-absent-reason|4.0.1` ) Codes specifying why the result (`Observation.value[x]`) is missing.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.dataAbsentReason
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
252. Observation.component.interpretation
Definition | A categorical assessment of an observation value. For example, high, low, normal.
Short | High, low, normal, etc.
Comments | Historically used for laboratory results (known as 'abnormal flag' ), its use extends to other use cases where coded interpretations are relevant. Often reported as one or more simple compact codes this element is often placed adjacent to the result value in reports and flow sheets to signal the meaning/normalcy status of the result.
Control | 0..*
Binding | Unless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible to `http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-interpretation|4.0.1` ) Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Type | CodeableConcept
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.interpretation
Alternate Names | Abnormal Flag
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)
254. Observation.component.referenceRange
Definition | Guidance on how to interpret the value by comparison to a normal or recommended range.
Short | Provides guide for interpretation of component result
Comments | Most observations only have one generic reference range. Systems MAY choose to restrict to only supplying the relevant reference range based on knowledge about the patient (e.g., specific to the patient's age, gender, weight and other factors), but this might not be possible or appropriate. Whenever more than one reference range is supplied, the differences between them SHOULD be provided in the reference range and/or age properties.
Control | 0..*
Type | Seettp://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/Observation#Observation.referenceRange
Is Modifier | false
Summary | false
Requirements | EHDSObservation.component.referenceRange
Invariants | ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (`hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())`)