Consolidated CDA Release 2.1 StructureDefinition Publication
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Consolidated CDA Release 2.1 StructureDefinition Publication, published by Health Level Seven. This is not an authorized publication; it is the continuous build for version 2.1). This version is based on the current content of https://github.com/HL7/CDA-ccda-2.1-sd/ and changes regularly. See the Directory of published versions

Logical Model: ResultObservation - Detailed Descriptions

Draft as of 2023-09-29

Definitions for the ResultObservation logical model.

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

0. Observation
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property has the namespace urn:hl7-org:v3.
2. Observation.classCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @classCode="OBS" Observation (CodeSystem: HL7ActClass urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.5.6 STATIC) (CONF:4537-7130).

Fixed ValueOBS
4. Observation.moodCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @moodCode="EVN" Event (CodeSystem: HL7ActMood urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.5.1001 STATIC) (CONF:4537-7131).

Fixed ValueEVN
6. Observation.templateId
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] templateId (CONF:4537-7136) such that it

Control1..?
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.templateId. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: , and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ root
  • value @ extension
8. Observation.templateId:templateId1
Slice NametemplateId1
ShorttemplateId
Control1..1
10. Observation.templateId:templateId1.root
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @root="2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.2" (CONF:4537-9138).

Control1..?
Pattern Value2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.2
12. Observation.templateId:templateId1.extension
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @extension="2023-05-01" (CONF:4537-32575).

Control1..?
Pattern Value2023-05-01
14. Observation.id
Comments

SHALL contain at least one [1..*] id (CONF:4537-7137).

Control1..?
16. Observation.code
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] code, which SHOULD be selected from CodeSystem LOINC (urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.6.1) (CONF:4537-7133).

Invariants4537-19212: This code **SHOULD** be a code from the LOINC that identifies the result observation. If an appropriate LOINC code does not exist, then the local code for this result **SHALL** be sent (CONF:4537-19212). ()
18. Observation.statusCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] statusCode (CONF:4537-7134).

Control1..?
20. Observation.statusCode.code
Comments

This statusCode SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @code, which SHALL be selected from ValueSet Result Status urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.11.20.9.39 STATIC (CONF:4537-14849).

Control1..?
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Result Status
22. Observation.effectiveTime
ShortRepresents the clinically relevant time of the measurement (e.g., the time a blood pressure reading is obtained, the time the blood sample was obtained for a chemistry test).
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] effectiveTime (CONF:4537-7140).

Control1..?
24. Observation.value
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] value (CONF:4537-7143).

Control1..1
Invariants4537-31484: If Observation/value is a physical quantity (xsi:type="PQ"): This value SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @unit, which SHOULD be selected from ValueSet UnitsOfMeasureCaseSensitive urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.1.11.12839 DYNAMIC. Note: Base CDA requires that all @unit values SHALL be drawn from UCUM. ()
4537-31866: A coded or physical quantity value **MAY** contain zero or more [0..*] translations, which can be used to represent the original results as output by the lab (CONF:4537-31866). ()
4537-32610: If Observation/value is a CD (**xsi:type="CD"**) the value **SHOULD** be SNOMED-CT (CONF:4537-32610). ()
26. Observation.interpretationCode
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] interpretationCode, which SHALL be selected from ValueSet Observation Interpretation (HL7) urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.1.11.78 DYNAMIC (CONF:4537-7147).

BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Observation Interpretation (HL7)
28. Observation.methodCode
Comments

MAY contain zero or one [0..1] methodCode (CONF:4537-7148).

Control0..1
30. Observation.targetSiteCode
Comments

MAY contain zero or one [0..1] targetSiteCode (CONF:4537-7153).

Control0..1
32. Observation.specimen
Comments

MAY contain zero or more [0..*] specimen (CONF:4537-32611).

34. Observation.specimen.specimenRole
Comments

The specimen, if present, SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] specimenRole (CONF:4537-32612).

36. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity
Comments

This specimenRole SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] specimenPlayingEntity (CONF:4537-32613).

Control1..?
38. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.code
Comments

This specimenPlayingEntity SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] code, which SHOULD be selected from ValueSet Specimen type urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113762.1.4.1099.54 DYNAMIC (CONF:4537-32614).

Control1..?
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from VSAC 2.16.840.1.113762.1.4.1099.54
40. Observation.author
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] Author Participation (identifier: urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.119) (CONF:4537-7149).

Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Author(Author Participation)
42. Observation.referenceRange
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] referenceRange (CONF:4537-7150).

44. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange
Comments

The referenceRange, if present, SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] observationRange (CONF:4537-7151).

46. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.code
Comments

This observationRange SHALL NOT contain [0..0] code (CONF:4537-7152).

Control0..0
48. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.value
Comments

This observationRange SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] value (CONF:4537-32175).

Control1..?

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

0. Observation
Definition

Base definition for all types defined in FHIR type system.

ShortBase for all types and resources
Control10..1*
Is Modifierfalse
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property has the namespace urn:hl7-org:v3.
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
2. Observation.classCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @classCode="OBS" Observation (CodeSystem: HL7ActClass urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.5.6 STATIC) (CONF:4537-7130).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActClassObservation
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueOBS
4. Observation.moodCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @moodCode="EVN" Event (CodeSystem: HL7ActMood urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.5.1001 STATIC) (CONF:4537-7131).

Control1..1
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueEVN
6. Observation.templateId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] templateId (CONF:4537-7136) such that it

Control1..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.templateId. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: , and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ root
  • value @ extension
8. Observation.templateId:templateId1
Slice NametemplateId1
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

ShorttemplateId
Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
10. Observation.templateId:templateId1.root
Definition

A unique identifier that guarantees the global uniqueness of the instance identifier. The root alone may be the entire instance identifier.

Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @root="2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.2" (CONF:4537-9138).

Control1..1
Typestring(oid: ISO Object Identifier, uuid: DCE Universal Unique Identifier, ruid: HL7 Reserved Identifier Scheme)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelRoot
Pattern Value2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.2
12. Observation.templateId:templateId1.extension
Definition

A character string as a unique identifier within the scope of the identifier root.

Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @extension="2023-05-01" (CONF:4537-32575).

Control1..1
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelExtension
Pattern Value2023-05-01
14. Observation.id
Definition

The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes.

ShortLogical id of this artifact
Comments

SHALL contain at least one [1..*] id (CONF:4537-7137).


Within the context of the FHIR RESTful interactions, the resource has an id except for cases like the create and conditional update. Otherwise, the use of the resouce id depends on the given use case.

Control10..*1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IIid
Is Modifierfalse
16. Observation.code
Definition

Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "name".

ShortType of observation (code / type)
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] code, which SHOULD be selected from CodeSystem LOINC (urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.6.1) (CONF:4537-7133).


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.

Control1..1
This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from For example codes, see ObservationTypehttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-codes
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CDCodeableConcept
Is Modifierfalse
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
Requirements

Knowing what kind of observation is being made is essential to understanding the observation.

Alternate NamesName
Invariants4537-19212: This code **SHOULD** be a code from the LOINC that identifies the result observation. If an appropriate LOINC code does not exist, then the local code for this result **SHALL** be sent (CONF:4537-19212). ()
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
18. Observation.statusCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] statusCode (CONF:4537-7134).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActStatus
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CS
20. Observation.statusCode.code
Definition

The plain code symbol defined by the code system. For example, "784.0" is the code symbol of the ICD-9 code "784.0" for headache.

Comments

This statusCode SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @code, which SHALL be selected from ValueSet Result Status urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.11.20.9.39 STATIC (CONF:4537-14849).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Result Status
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode
22. Observation.statusCode.codeSystem
Definition

Specifies the code system that defines the code.

Control0..0
Typestring(oid: ISO Object Identifier, uuid: DCE Universal Unique Identifier, ruid: HL7 Reserved Identifier Scheme)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode System
24. Observation.statusCode.codeSystemName
Definition

The common name of the coding system.

Control0..0
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode System Name
26. Observation.statusCode.codeSystemVersion
Definition

If applicable, a version descriptor defined specifically for the given code system.

Control0..0
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode System Version
28. Observation.statusCode.displayName
Definition

A name or title for the code, under which the sending system shows the code value to its users.

Control0..0
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelDisplay Name
30. Observation.statusCode.originalText
Definition

The text or phrase used as the basis for the coding.

Control0..0
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED
LabelOriginal Text
32. Observation.statusCode.qualifier
Definition

Specifies additional codes that increase the specificity of the the primary code.

Control0..0
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CR
LabelQualifier
34. Observation.statusCode.translation
Definition

A set of other concept descriptors that translate this concept descriptor into other code systems.

Control0..0
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
LabelTranslation
36. Observation.effectiveTime
ShortRepresents the clinically relevant time of the measurement (e.g., the time a blood pressure reading is obtained, the time the blood sample was obtained for a chemistry test).
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] effectiveTime (CONF:4537-7140).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-TS
38. Observation.value
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] value (CONF:4537-7143).

Control1..1
TypeChoice of: http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ANY, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/BL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ST, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CV, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SC, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TEL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/AD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EN, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/INT, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/REAL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/MO, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SXPR-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/RTO-PQ-PQ
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
Invariants4537-31484: If Observation/value is a physical quantity (xsi:type="PQ"): This value SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @unit, which SHOULD be selected from ValueSet UnitsOfMeasureCaseSensitive urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.1.11.12839 DYNAMIC. Note: Base CDA requires that all @unit values SHALL be drawn from UCUM. ()
4537-31866: A coded or physical quantity value **MAY** contain zero or more [0..*] translations, which can be used to represent the original results as output by the lab (CONF:4537-31866). ()
4537-32610: If Observation/value is a CD (**xsi:type="CD"**) the value **SHOULD** be SNOMED-CT (CONF:4537-32610). ()
40. Observation.interpretationCode
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] interpretationCode, which SHALL be selected from ValueSet Observation Interpretation (HL7) urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.1.11.78 DYNAMIC (CONF:4537-7147).

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Observation Interpretation (HL7)
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE
42. Observation.methodCode
Comments

MAY contain zero or one [0..1] methodCode (CONF:4537-7148).

Control0..1
BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationMethod
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE
44. Observation.targetSiteCode
Definition

Drawn from concept domain ActSite

Comments

MAY contain zero or one [0..1] targetSiteCode (CONF:4537-7153).

Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD
46. Observation.specimen
Definition

The specimen that was used when this observation was made.

ShortSpecimen used for this observation
Comments

MAY contain zero or more [0..*] specimen (CONF:4537-32611).


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).

Control0..*1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SpecimenReference(Specimen, Group)
Is Modifierfalse
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
obs-9: If Observation.specimen is a reference to Group, the group can only have specimens ((reference.resolve().exists() and reference.resolve() is Group) implies reference.resolve().member.entity.resolve().all($this is Specimen))
48. Observation.specimen.specimenRole
Comments

The specimen, if present, SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] specimenRole (CONF:4537-32612).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SpecimenRole
50. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity
Comments

This specimenRole SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] specimenPlayingEntity (CONF:4537-32613).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PlayingEntity
52. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.classCode
Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from EntityClassRoot
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Default ValueENT
54. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.code
Comments

This specimenPlayingEntity SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] code, which SHOULD be selected from ValueSet Specimen type urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113762.1.4.1099.54 DYNAMIC (CONF:4537-32614).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from VSAC 2.16.840.1.113762.1.4.1099.54
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE
56. Observation.author
Definition

Base definition for all types defined in FHIR type system.

ShortBase for all types and resources
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] Author Participation (identifier: urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.119) (CONF:4537-7149).

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Author(Author Participation)
Is Modifierfalse
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
58. Observation.referenceRange
Definition

Relates an Observation to the ObservationRange class, where the expected range of values for a particular observation can be specified.


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.

ShortProvides guide for interpretation
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] referenceRange (CONF:4537-7150).


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.

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/InfrastructureRootBackboneElement
Is Modifierfalse
Requirements

Knowing what values are considered "normal" can help evaluate the significance of a particular result. Need to be able to provide multiple reference ranges for different contexts.

Invariantsele-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())
60. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange
Comments

The referenceRange, if present, SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] observationRange (CONF:4537-7151).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ObservationRange
62. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.classCode
Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActClassObservation
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Default ValueOBS
64. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.code
Comments

This observationRange SHALL NOT contain [0..0] code (CONF:4537-7152).

Control0..0
BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from v3 Code System ActCode
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD
66. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.value
Comments

This observationRange SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] value (CONF:4537-32175).

Control1..1
TypeChoice of: http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/BL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ST, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CV, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SC, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TEL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/AD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EN, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/INT, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/REAL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/MO, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SXPR-TS
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.

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

0. Observation
Definition

Base definition for all types defined in FHIR type system.

ShortBase for all types and resources
Control1..1
Is Modifierfalse
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property has the namespace urn:hl7-org:v3.
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
2. Observation.classCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @classCode="OBS" Observation (CodeSystem: HL7ActClass urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.5.6 STATIC) (CONF:4537-7130).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActClassObservation
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueOBS
4. Observation.moodCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @moodCode="EVN" Event (CodeSystem: HL7ActMood urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.5.1001 STATIC) (CONF:4537-7131).

Control1..1
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueEVN
6. Observation.negationInd
Control0..1
Typeboolean(bl: Boolean)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
8. Observation.realmCode
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CS
10. Observation.typeId
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
12. Observation.templateId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] templateId (CONF:4537-7136) such that it

Control1..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.templateId. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators: , and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ root
  • value @ extension
14. Observation.templateId:templateId1
Slice NametemplateId1
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

ShorttemplateId
Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
16. Observation.templateId:templateId1.nullFlavor
Definition

If a value is an exceptional value (NULL-value), this specifies in what way and why proper information is missing.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from NullFlavor
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelExceptional Value Detail
18. Observation.templateId:templateId1.assigningAuthorityName
Definition

A human readable name or mnemonic for the assigning authority. The Assigning Authority Name has no computational value. The purpose of a Assigning Authority Name is to assist an unaided human interpreter of an II value to interpret the authority. Note: no automated processing must depend on the assigning authority name to be present in any form.

Control0..1
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelAssigning Authority Name
20. Observation.templateId:templateId1.displayable
Definition

Specifies if the identifier is intended for human display and data entry (displayable = true) as opposed to pure machine interoperation (displayable = false).

Control0..1
Typeboolean(bl: Boolean)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelDisplayable
22. Observation.templateId:templateId1.root
Definition

A unique identifier that guarantees the global uniqueness of the instance identifier. The root alone may be the entire instance identifier.

Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @root="2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.2" (CONF:4537-9138).

Control1..1
Typestring(oid: ISO Object Identifier, uuid: DCE Universal Unique Identifier, ruid: HL7 Reserved Identifier Scheme)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelRoot
Pattern Value2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.2
24. Observation.templateId:templateId1.extension
Definition

A character string as a unique identifier within the scope of the identifier root.

Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @extension="2023-05-01" (CONF:4537-32575).

Control1..1
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelExtension
Pattern Value2023-05-01
26. Observation.id
Comments

SHALL contain at least one [1..*] id (CONF:4537-7137).

Control1..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
28. Observation.code
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] code, which SHOULD be selected from CodeSystem LOINC (urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.6.1) (CONF:4537-7133).

Control1..1
BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationType
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
Invariants4537-19212: This code **SHOULD** be a code from the LOINC that identifies the result observation. If an appropriate LOINC code does not exist, then the local code for this result **SHALL** be sent (CONF:4537-19212). ()
30. Observation.derivationExpr
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ST
32. Observation.text
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
34. Observation.statusCode
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] statusCode (CONF:4537-7134).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActStatus
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CS
36. Observation.statusCode.nullFlavor
Definition

If a value is an exceptional value (NULL-value), this specifies in what way and why proper information is missing.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from NullFlavor
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelExceptional Value Detail
38. Observation.statusCode.code
Definition

The plain code symbol defined by the code system. For example, "784.0" is the code symbol of the ICD-9 code "784.0" for headache.

Comments

This statusCode SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @code, which SHALL be selected from ValueSet Result Status urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.11.20.9.39 STATIC (CONF:4537-14849).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Result Status
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode
40. Observation.statusCode.codeSystem
Definition

Specifies the code system that defines the code.

Control0..0
Typestring(oid: ISO Object Identifier, uuid: DCE Universal Unique Identifier, ruid: HL7 Reserved Identifier Scheme)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode System
42. Observation.statusCode.codeSystemName
Definition

The common name of the coding system.

Control0..0
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode System Name
44. Observation.statusCode.codeSystemVersion
Definition

If applicable, a version descriptor defined specifically for the given code system.

Control0..0
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelCode System Version
46. Observation.statusCode.displayName
Definition

A name or title for the code, under which the sending system shows the code value to its users.

Control0..0
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelDisplay Name
48. Observation.statusCode.sdtcValueSet
Definition

The valueSet extension adds an attribute for elements with a CD dataType which indicates the particular value set constraining the coded concept.

Control0..1
Typestring(oid: ISO Object Identifier)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.In the XML format, this property has the namespace urn:hl7-org:sdtc.In the XML format, this property has the actual namevalueSet.
50. Observation.statusCode.sdtcValueSetVersion
Definition

The valueSetVersion extension adds an attribute for elements with a CD dataType which indicates the version of the particular value set constraining the coded concept.

Control0..1
Typestring(st: Character String)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.In the XML format, this property has the namespace urn:hl7-org:sdtc.In the XML format, this property has the actual namevalueSetVersion.
52. Observation.statusCode.originalText
Definition

The text or phrase used as the basis for the coding.

Control0..0
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED
LabelOriginal Text
54. Observation.statusCode.qualifier
Definition

Specifies additional codes that increase the specificity of the the primary code.

Control0..0
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CR
LabelQualifier
56. Observation.statusCode.translation
Definition

A set of other concept descriptors that translate this concept descriptor into other code systems.

Control0..0
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
LabelTranslation
58. Observation.effectiveTime
ShortRepresents the clinically relevant time of the measurement (e.g., the time a blood pressure reading is obtained, the time the blood sample was obtained for a chemistry test).
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] effectiveTime (CONF:4537-7140).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-TS
60. Observation.priorityCode
Control0..1
BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ActPriority
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE
62. Observation.repeatNumber
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-INT
64. Observation.languageCode
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from HumanLanguage
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CS
66. Observation.value
Comments

SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] value (CONF:4537-7143).

Control1..1
TypeChoice of: http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ANY, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/BL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ST, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CV, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SC, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TEL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/AD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EN, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/INT, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/REAL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/MO, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SXPR-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/RTO-PQ-PQ
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
Invariants4537-31484: If Observation/value is a physical quantity (xsi:type="PQ"): This value SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] @unit, which SHOULD be selected from ValueSet UnitsOfMeasureCaseSensitive urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.1.11.12839 DYNAMIC. Note: Base CDA requires that all @unit values SHALL be drawn from UCUM. ()
4537-31866: A coded or physical quantity value **MAY** contain zero or more [0..*] translations, which can be used to represent the original results as output by the lab (CONF:4537-31866). ()
4537-32610: If Observation/value is a CD (**xsi:type="CD"**) the value **SHOULD** be SNOMED-CT (CONF:4537-32610). ()
68. Observation.interpretationCode
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] interpretationCode, which SHALL be selected from ValueSet Observation Interpretation (HL7) urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.1.11.78 DYNAMIC (CONF:4537-7147).

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Observation Interpretation (HL7)
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE
70. Observation.methodCode
Comments

MAY contain zero or one [0..1] methodCode (CONF:4537-7148).

Control0..1
BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationMethod
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE
72. Observation.targetSiteCode
Definition

Drawn from concept domain ActSite

Comments

MAY contain zero or one [0..1] targetSiteCode (CONF:4537-7153).

Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD
74. Observation.subject
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Subject
76. Observation.specimen
Comments

MAY contain zero or more [0..*] specimen (CONF:4537-32611).

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Specimen
78. Observation.specimen.nullFlavor
Definition

If a value is an exceptional value (NULL-value), this specifies in what way and why proper information is missing.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from NullFlavor
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelExceptional Value Detail
80. Observation.specimen.realmCode
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of realm-specific constraints. The value of this attribute identifies the realm in question

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CS
82. Observation.specimen.typeId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of constraints defined in an HL7-specified message type. This might be a common type (also known as CMET in the messaging communication environment), or content included within a wrapper. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the type in question.

Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
84. Observation.specimen.templateId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
86. Observation.specimen.typeCode
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ParticipationTargetDirect
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueSPC
88. Observation.specimen.specimenRole
Comments

The specimen, if present, SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] specimenRole (CONF:4537-32612).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SpecimenRole
90. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.classCode
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from RoleClassSpecimen
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueSPEC
92. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.templateId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
94. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.id
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
96. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.sdtcIdentifiedBy
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IdentifiedBy
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property has the namespace urn:hl7-org:sdtc.In the XML format, this property has the actual nameidentifiedBy.
98. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity
Comments

This specimenRole SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] specimenPlayingEntity (CONF:4537-32613).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PlayingEntity
100. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.classCode
Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from EntityClassRoot
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Default ValueENT
102. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.determinerCode
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from EntityDeterminer
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueINSTANCE
104. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.templateId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
106. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.code
Comments

This specimenPlayingEntity SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] code, which SHOULD be selected from ValueSet Specimen type urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113762.1.4.1099.54 DYNAMIC (CONF:4537-32614).

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from VSAC 2.16.840.1.113762.1.4.1099.54
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE
108. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.quantity
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PQ
110. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.name
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PN
112. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.sdtcBirthTime
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TS
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property has the namespace urn:hl7-org:sdtc.In the XML format, this property has the actual namebirthTime.
114. Observation.specimen.specimenRole.specimenPlayingEntity.desc
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED
116. Observation.performer
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Performer2
118. Observation.author
Definition

Base definition for all types defined in FHIR type system.

ShortBase for all types and resources
Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] Author Participation (identifier: urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.10.20.22.4.119) (CONF:4537-7149).

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Author(Author Participation)
Is Modifierfalse
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
120. Observation.informant
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Informant
122. Observation.participant
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Participant2
124. Observation.entryRelationship
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EntryRelationship
126. Observation.reference
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Reference
128. Observation.precondition
Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/Precondition
130. Observation.referenceRange
Definition

Relates an Observation to the ObservationRange class, where the expected range of values for a particular observation can be specified.

Comments

SHOULD contain zero or more [0..*] referenceRange (CONF:4537-7150).

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/InfrastructureRoot
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
132. Observation.referenceRange.nullFlavor
Definition

If a value is an exceptional value (NULL-value), this specifies in what way and why proper information is missing.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from NullFlavor
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
LabelExceptional Value Detail
134. Observation.referenceRange.realmCode
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of realm-specific constraints. The value of this attribute identifies the realm in question

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CS
136. Observation.referenceRange.typeId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of constraints defined in an HL7-specified message type. This might be a common type (also known as CMET in the messaging communication environment), or content included within a wrapper. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the type in question.

Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
138. Observation.referenceRange.templateId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
140. Observation.referenceRange.typeCode
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActRelationshipPertains
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueREFV
142. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange
Comments

The referenceRange, if present, SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] observationRange (CONF:4537-7151).

Control1..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ObservationRange
144. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.classCode
Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActClassObservation
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Default ValueOBS
146. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.moodCode
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActMoodPredicate
Typecode(cs: Coded Simple Value)
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Fixed ValueEVN.CRT
148. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.templateId
Definition

When valued in an instance, this attribute signals the imposition of a set of template-defined constraints. The value of this attribute provides a unique identifier for the templates in question

Control0..*
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II
150. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.code
Comments

This observationRange SHALL NOT contain [0..0] code (CONF:4537-7152).

Control0..0
BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from v3 Code System ActCode
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD
152. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.text
Control0..1
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED
154. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.value
Comments

This observationRange SHALL contain exactly one [1..1] value (CONF:4537-32175).

Control1..1
TypeChoice of: http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/BL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ED, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/ST, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CV, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SC, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/II, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TEL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/AD, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EN, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/INT, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/REAL, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/MO, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-PQ, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/IVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/PIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/EIVL-TS, http://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/SXPR-TS
XML FormatThe type of this property is determined using the xsi:typeattribute.
156. Observation.referenceRange.observationRange.interpretationCode
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ObservationInterpretation
Typehttp://hl7.org/cda/stds/core/StructureDefinition/CE