DICOM® SR to FHIR Resource Mapping IG
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DICOM® SR to FHIR Resource Mapping IG, published by HL7 International / Imaging Integration. This guide is not an authorized publication; it is the continuous build for version 1.0.0 built by the FHIR (HL7® FHIR® Standard) CI Build. This version is based on the current content of https://github.com/HL7/dicom-sr/ and changes regularly. See the Directory of published versions

Resource Profile: ImagingObservationProfile - Detailed Descriptions

Active as of 2024-09-23

Definitions for the imaging-observation resource profile.

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

0. Observation
2. Observation.identifier
NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.identifier. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ type
  • 4. Observation.identifier:observationUID
    Slice NameobservationUID
    ShortThe unique identifier for the observation.
    NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
    Control0..*
    Must Supporttrue
    6. Observation.identifier:observationUID.type
    Control1..?
    Pattern Value{
      "coding" : [{
        "system" : "http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/dicom-sr/CodeSystem/dicom-identifier-type",
        "code" : "observation-uid",
        "display" : "Observation UID"
      }]
    }
    8. Observation.identifier:observationUID.system
    Pattern Valueurn:dicom:uid
    10. Observation.identifier:observationUID.value
    Control1..?
    12. Observation.basedOn
    SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.basedOn. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
    • type @ reference
    • 14. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef
      Slice NameserviceRequestRef
      ShortDescription of the related ServiceRequest
      Control0..1
      TypeReference(ServiceRequest)
      Must Supporttrue
      16. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier
      ShortThe accession number related to the performed study
      NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
      18. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.type
      Control1..?
      Pattern Value{
        "coding" : [{
          "system" : "http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v2-0203",
          "code" : "ACSN",
          "display" : "Accession ID"
        }]
      }
      20. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.value
      Control1..?
      22. Observation.partOf
      Control1..?
      SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.partOf. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
      • type @ reference
      • 24. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef
        Slice NameimagingStudyRef
        ShortRelated ImagingStudy
        Control1..1
        TypeReference(ImagingStudy)
        Must Supporttrue
        26. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier
        ShortIdentifier related to Study Instance UID
        NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
        28. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.type
        Control1..?
        Pattern Value{
          "coding" : [{
            "system" : "http://dicom.nema.org/resources/ontology/DCM",
            "code" : "110180",
            "display" : "Study Instance UID"
          }]
        }
        30. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.system
        Pattern Valueurn:dicom:uid
        32. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.value
        Control1..?
        34. Observation.category
        Must Supporttrue
        36. Observation.code
        Must Supporttrue
        38. Observation.subject
        Control1..?
        TypeReference(Patient)
        Must Supporttrue
        40. Observation.focus
        SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.focus. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
        • profile @ resolve()
        • 42. Observation.focus:trackingIdentifiers
          Slice NametrackingIdentifiers
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Body Structure - DICOM SR Observation Tracking Identifier Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          44. Observation.focus:imageRegion2d
          Slice NameimageRegion2d
          Short2D Image Region
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR 2D Image Region Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          46. Observation.focus:imageRegion3d
          Slice NameimageRegion3d
          Short3D Image Region
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Image 3D Region Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          48. Observation.focus:referencedSegment
          Slice NamereferencedSegment
          ShortReferenced Segment
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Referenced Segment Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          50. Observation.focus:referencedSegmentationFrame
          Slice NamereferencedSegmentationFrame
          ShortReferenced Segmentation Frame
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Referenced Segmentation Frame Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          52. Observation.focus:regionInSpace
          Slice NameregionInSpace
          ShortRegionInSpace
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Region In Space)
          Must Supporttrue
          54. Observation.focus:volumeSurface
          Slice NamevolumeSurface
          ShortVolume Surface
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Image Volume Surface Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          56. Observation.focus:realWorldValueMap
          Slice NamerealWorldValueMap
          ShortReal World Value Map
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Real World Value Map)
          Must Supporttrue
          58. Observation.focus:illustrationOfRoi
          Slice NameillustrationOfRoi
          ShortIllustration of ROI
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Illustration Of ROI Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          60. Observation.focus:visualExplanation
          Slice NamevisualExplanation
          ShortVisualExplanation
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Visual Explanation Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          62. Observation.issued
          ShortObservation Date Time
          Control1..?
          Must Supporttrue
          64. Observation.interpretation
          Must Supporttrue
          66. Observation.bodyStructure
          TypeReference(Body Structure - DICOM SR Finding Site Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          68. Observation.device
          Control1..?
          TypeReference(Device - DICOM SR Algorithm Identification Mapping, Device - DICOM General Equipment Mapping, Device - DICOM Participant Device Mapping)
          Must Supporttrue
          Must Support TypesNo must-support rules about the choice of types/profiles

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

          0. Observation
          Definition

          Measurements and simple assertions made about a patient, device or other subject.

          ShortMeasurements and simple assertions
          Comments

          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.

          Control0..*
          Is Modifierfalse
          Must Supportfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Alternate NamesVital Signs, Measurement, Results, Tests
          Invariantsdom-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().ofType(canonical) | %resource.descendants().ofType(uri) | %resource.descendants().ofType(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(ofType(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(ofType(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.component.code is the same as Observation.code, then Observation.value SHALL NOT be present (the Observation.component.value[x] holds the value). (value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty())
          obs-8: bodyStructure SHALL only be present if Observation.bodySite is not present (bodySite.exists() implies bodyStructure.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.

          ShortA 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 its narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.

          Control0..1
          Typeuri
          Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because the implicit rules may provide additional knowledge about the resource that modifies its meaning or interpretation
          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
          Must Supportfalse
          Summarytrue
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          4. Observation.contained
          Definition

          These resources do not have an independent existence apart from the resource that contains them - they cannot be identified independently, nor can they have their own independent transaction scope. This is allowed to be a Parameters resource if and only if it is referenced by a resource that provides context/meaning.

          ShortContained, 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.

          Control0..*
          This element is affected by the following invariants: dom-2, dom-4, dom-3, dom-5
          TypeResource
          Is Modifierfalse
          Must Supportfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
          6. 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 managable, 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).

          ShortExtensions 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.

          Control0..*
          TypeExtension
          Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the resource that contains them
          Must Supportfalse
          Summarytrue
          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 Namesextensions, user content
          Invariantsele-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.identifier
          Definition

          A unique identifier assigned to this observation.

          ShortBusiness Identifier for observation
          NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
          Control0..*
          TypeIdentifier
          Is Modifierfalse
          Must Supportfalse
          Summarytrue
          Requirements

          Allows observations to be distinguished and referenced.

          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.identifier. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
          • value @ type
          • 10. Observation.identifier:observationUID
            Slice NameobservationUID
            Definition

            A unique identifier assigned to this observation.

            ShortThe unique identifier for the observation.Business Identifier for observation
            NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
            Control0..*
            TypeIdentifier
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Summarytrue
            Requirements

            Allows observations to be distinguished and referenced.

            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            12. Observation.identifier:observationUID.use
            Definition

            The purpose of this identifier.

            Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
            Comments

            Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

            Control0..1
            BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierUsehttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0
            (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0)

            Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

            Typecode
            Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary id for a permanent one.
            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
            Summarytrue
            Requirements

            Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            14. Observation.identifier:observationUID.type
            Definition

            A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

            ShortDescription of identifier
            Comments

            This element deals only with general categories of identifiers. It SHOULD not be used for codes that correspond 1..1 with the Identifier.system. Some identifiers may fall into multiple categories due to common usage. Where the system is known, a type is unnecessary because the type is always part of the system definition. However systems often need to handle identifiers where the system is not known. There is not a 1:1 relationship between type and system, since many different systems have the same type.

            Control10..1
            BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierTypeCodeshttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type
            (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type)

            A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

            TypeCodeableConcept
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Requirements

            Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known.

            Pattern Value{
              "coding" : [{
                "system" : "http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/dicom-sr/CodeSystem/dicom-identifier-type",
                "code" : "observation-uid",
                "display" : "Observation UID"
              }]
            }
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            16. Observation.identifier:observationUID.system
            Definition

            Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique.

            ShortThe namespace for the identifier value
            Comments

            Identifier.system is always case sensitive.

            Control0..1
            Typeuri
            Is Modifierfalse
            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
            Summarytrue
            Requirements

            There are many sets of identifiers. To perform matching of two identifiers, we need to know what set we're dealing with. The system identifies a particular set of unique identifiers.

            Pattern Valueurn:dicom:uid
            Example<br/><b>General</b>:http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            18. Observation.identifier:observationUID.value
            Definition

            The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

            ShortThe value that is unique
            Comments

            If the value is a full URI, then the system SHALL be urn:ietf:rfc:3986. The value's primary purpose is computational mapping. As a result, it may be normalized for comparison purposes (e.g. removing non-significant whitespace, dashes, etc.) A value formatted for human display can be conveyed using the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/rendered-value). Identifier.value is to be treated as case sensitive unless knowledge of the Identifier.system allows the processer to be confident that non-case-sensitive processing is safe.

            Control10..1
            This element is affected by the following invariants: ident-1
            Typestring
            Is Modifierfalse
            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
            Summarytrue
            Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            20. 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.

            ShortFulfills plan, proposal or order
            Control0..*
            TypeReference(CarePlan, DeviceRequest, ImmunizationRecommendation, MedicationRequest, NutritionOrder, ServiceRequest)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supportfalse
            Summarytrue
            Requirements

            Allows tracing of authorization for the event and tracking whether proposals/recommendations were acted upon.

            Alternate NamesFulfills
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.basedOn. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
            • type @ reference
            • 22. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef
              Slice NameserviceRequestRef
              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.

              ShortDescription of the related ServiceRequestFulfills plan, proposal or order
              Control0..1*
              TypeReference(ServiceRequest, CarePlan, DeviceRequest, ImmunizationRecommendation, MedicationRequest, NutritionOrder)
              Is Modifierfalse
              Must Supporttrue
              Summarytrue
              Requirements

              Allows tracing of authorization for the event and tracking whether proposals/recommendations were acted upon.

              Alternate NamesFulfills
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              24. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.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.

              ShortLiteral 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.

              Control0..1
              This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2, ref-1
              Typestring
              Is Modifierfalse
              Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
              Summarytrue
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              26. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.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.

              ShortThe accession number related to the performed studyLogical 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).

              This element only allows for a single identifier. In the case where additional identifers are required, use the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/additionalIdentifier extension.

              NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
              Control0..1
              This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2
              TypeIdentifier
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summarytrue
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              28. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.use
              Definition

              The purpose of this identifier.

              Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
              Comments

              Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

              Control0..1
              BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierUsehttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0
              (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0)

              Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

              Typecode
              Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary id for a permanent one.
              Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
              Summarytrue
              Requirements

              Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              30. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.type
              Definition

              A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

              ShortDescription of identifier
              Comments

              This element deals only with general categories of identifiers. It SHOULD not be used for codes that correspond 1..1 with the Identifier.system. Some identifiers may fall into multiple categories due to common usage. Where the system is known, a type is unnecessary because the type is always part of the system definition. However systems often need to handle identifiers where the system is not known. There is not a 1:1 relationship between type and system, since many different systems have the same type.

              Control10..1
              BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierTypeCodeshttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type
              (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type)

              A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

              TypeCodeableConcept
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summarytrue
              Requirements

              Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known.

              Pattern Value{
                "coding" : [{
                  "system" : "http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v2-0203",
                  "code" : "ACSN",
                  "display" : "Accession ID"
                }]
              }
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              32. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.value
              Definition

              The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

              ShortThe value that is unique
              Comments

              If the value is a full URI, then the system SHALL be urn:ietf:rfc:3986. The value's primary purpose is computational mapping. As a result, it may be normalized for comparison purposes (e.g. removing non-significant whitespace, dashes, etc.) A value formatted for human display can be conveyed using the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/rendered-value). Identifier.value is to be treated as case sensitive unless knowledge of the Identifier.system allows the processer to be confident that non-case-sensitive processing is safe.

              Control10..1
              This element is affected by the following invariants: ident-1
              Typestring
              Is Modifierfalse
              Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
              Summarytrue
              Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              34. 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.

              ShortPart of referenced event
              Comments

              To link an Observation to an Encounter use encounter. See the Notes below for guidance on referencing another Observation.

              Control10..*
              TypeReference(MedicationAdministration, MedicationDispense, MedicationStatement, Procedure, Immunization, ImagingStudy, GenomicStudy)
              Is Modifierfalse
              Must Supportfalse
              Summarytrue
              Alternate NamesContainer
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.partOf. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
              • type @ reference
              • 36. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef
                Slice NameimagingStudyRef
                Definition

                A larger event of which this particular Observation is a component or step. For example, an observation as part of a procedure.

                ShortRelated ImagingStudyPart of referenced event
                Comments

                To link an Observation to an Encounter use encounter. See the Notes below for guidance on referencing another Observation.

                Control10..1*
                TypeReference(ImagingStudy, MedicationAdministration, MedicationDispense, MedicationStatement, Procedure, Immunization, GenomicStudy)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Must Supporttrue
                Summarytrue
                Alternate NamesContainer
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                38. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.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.

                ShortLiteral 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.

                Control0..1
                This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2, ref-1
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                40. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.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.

                ShortIdentifier related to Study Instance UIDLogical 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).

                This element only allows for a single identifier. In the case where additional identifers are required, use the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/additionalIdentifier extension.

                NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
                Control0..1
                This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2
                TypeIdentifier
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                42. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.use
                Definition

                The purpose of this identifier.

                Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
                Comments

                Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

                Control0..1
                BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierUsehttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0
                (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0)

                Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

                Typecode
                Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary id for a permanent one.
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                44. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.type
                Definition

                A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                ShortDescription of identifier
                Comments

                This element deals only with general categories of identifiers. It SHOULD not be used for codes that correspond 1..1 with the Identifier.system. Some identifiers may fall into multiple categories due to common usage. Where the system is known, a type is unnecessary because the type is always part of the system definition. However systems often need to handle identifiers where the system is not known. There is not a 1:1 relationship between type and system, since many different systems have the same type.

                Control10..1
                BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierTypeCodeshttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type
                (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type)

                A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                TypeCodeableConcept
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known.

                Pattern Value{
                  "coding" : [{
                    "system" : "http://dicom.nema.org/resources/ontology/DCM",
                    "code" : "110180",
                    "display" : "Study Instance UID"
                  }]
                }
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                46. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.system
                Definition

                Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique.

                ShortThe namespace for the identifier value
                Comments

                Identifier.system is always case sensitive.

                Control0..1
                Typeuri
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                There are many sets of identifiers. To perform matching of two identifiers, we need to know what set we're dealing with. The system identifies a particular set of unique identifiers.

                Pattern Valueurn:dicom:uid
                Example<br/><b>General</b>:http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                48. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.value
                Definition

                The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

                ShortThe value that is unique
                Comments

                If the value is a full URI, then the system SHALL be urn:ietf:rfc:3986. The value's primary purpose is computational mapping. As a result, it may be normalized for comparison purposes (e.g. removing non-significant whitespace, dashes, etc.) A value formatted for human display can be conveyed using the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/rendered-value). Identifier.value is to be treated as case sensitive unless knowledge of the Identifier.system allows the processer to be confident that non-case-sensitive processing is safe.

                Control10..1
                This element is affected by the following invariants: ident-1
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                50. Observation.status
                Definition

                The status of the result value.

                Shortregistered | preliminary | final | amended +
                Comments

                This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.

                Control1..1
                BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ObservationStatushttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-status|5.0.0
                (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-status|5.0.0)

                Codes providing the status of an observation.

                Typecode
                Is Modifiertrue 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 ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Must Supportfalse
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Need to track the status of individual results. Some results are finalized before the whole report is finalized.

                Invariantsele-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.

                ShortClassification 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.

                Control0..*
                BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationCategoryCodeshttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category
                (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category)

                Codes for high level observation categories.

                TypeCodeableConcept
                Is Modifierfalse
                Must Supporttrue
                Summaryfalse
                Requirements

                Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.

                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                54. Observation.code
                Definition

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

                ShortType of observation (code / type)
                Comments

                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
                BindingFor example codes, see LOINCCodeshttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-codes
                (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-codes)

                Codes identifying names of simple observations.

                TypeCodeableConcept
                Is Modifierfalse
                Must Supporttrue
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

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

                Alternate NamesName
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                56. Observation.subject
                Definition

                The patient, or group of patients, location, device, organization, procedure or practitioner this observation is about and into whose or what 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.

                ShortWho 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. The subject of an Observation may in some cases be a procedure. This supports the regulatory inspection use case where observations are captured during inspections of a procedure that is being performed (independent of any particular patient or whether patient related at all).

                Control10..1
                TypeReference(Patient, Group, Device, Location, Organization, Procedure, Practitioner, Medication, Substance, BiologicallyDerivedProduct, NutritionProduct)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Must Supporttrue
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Observations have no value if you don't know who or what they're about.

                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                58. 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.

                ShortWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                Control0..*
                TypeReference(Resource)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Must Supportfalse
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.focus. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                • profile @ resolve()
                • 60. Observation.focus:trackingIdentifiers
                  Slice NametrackingIdentifiers
                  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.

                  ShortWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Body Structure - DICOM SR Observation Tracking Identifier Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  62. Observation.focus:imageRegion2d
                  Slice NameimageRegion2d
                  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.

                  Short2D Image RegionWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR 2D Image Region Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  64. Observation.focus:imageRegion3d
                  Slice NameimageRegion3d
                  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.

                  Short3D Image RegionWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Image 3D Region Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  66. Observation.focus:referencedSegment
                  Slice NamereferencedSegment
                  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.

                  ShortReferenced SegmentWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Referenced Segment Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  68. Observation.focus:referencedSegmentationFrame
                  Slice NamereferencedSegmentationFrame
                  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.

                  ShortReferenced Segmentation FrameWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Referenced Segmentation Frame Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  70. Observation.focus:regionInSpace
                  Slice NameregionInSpace
                  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.

                  ShortRegionInSpaceWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Region In Space, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  72. Observation.focus:volumeSurface
                  Slice NamevolumeSurface
                  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.

                  ShortVolume SurfaceWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Image Volume Surface Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  74. Observation.focus:realWorldValueMap
                  Slice NamerealWorldValueMap
                  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.

                  ShortReal World Value MapWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Real World Value Map, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  76. Observation.focus:illustrationOfRoi
                  Slice NameillustrationOfRoi
                  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.

                  ShortIllustration of ROIWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Illustration Of ROI Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  78. Observation.focus:visualExplanation
                  Slice NamevisualExplanation
                  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.

                  ShortVisualExplanationWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Visual Explanation Mapping, Resource)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  80. 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.

                  ShortObservation Date TimeDate/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.

                  Control10..1
                  Typeinstant
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  82. Observation.value[x]
                  Definition

                  The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.

                  ShortActual result
                  Comments
                  • An observation may have:
                    1. a single value here
                    2. both a value and a set of related or component values
                    3. 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.
                  Control0..1
                  This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7, obs-6
                  TypeChoice of: Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period, Attachment, Reference(MolecularSequence)
                  [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  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.

                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  84. Observation.interpretation
                  Definition

                  A categorical assessment of an observation value. For example, high, low, normal.

                  ShortHigh, 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.

                  Control0..*
                  BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationInterpretationCodeshttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-interpretation
                  (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-interpretation)

                  Codes identifying interpretations of observations.

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summaryfalse
                  Requirements

                  For some results, particularly numeric results, an interpretation is necessary to fully understand the significance of a result.

                  Alternate NamesAbnormal Flag
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  86. Observation.bodyStructure
                  Definition

                  Indicates the body structure on the subject's body where the observation was made (i.e. the target site).

                  ShortObserved body structure
                  Comments

                  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.

                  Control0..1
                  This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-8
                  TypeReference(Body Structure - DICOM SR Finding Site Mapping, BodyStructure)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  88. Observation.device
                  Definition

                  A reference to the device that generates the measurements or the device settings for the device.

                  ShortA reference to the device that generates the measurements or the device settings for the 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.

                  Control10..1
                  TypeReference(Device - DICOM SR Algorithm Identification Mapping, Device - DICOM General Equipment Mapping, Device - DICOM Participant Device Mapping, Device, DeviceMetric)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Must Support TypesNo must-support rules about the choice of types/profiles
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-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 found here

                  0. Observation
                  Definition

                  Measurements and simple assertions made about a patient, device or other subject.

                  ShortMeasurements and simple assertions
                  Comments

                  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.

                  Control0..*
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate NamesVital Signs, Measurement, Results, Tests
                  Invariantsdom-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().ofType(canonical) | %resource.descendants().ofType(uri) | %resource.descendants().ofType(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(ofType(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(ofType(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.component.code is the same as Observation.code, then Observation.value SHALL NOT be present (the Observation.component.value[x] holds the value). (value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty())
                  obs-8: bodyStructure SHALL only be present if Observation.bodySite is not present (bodySite.exists() implies bodyStructure.empty())
                  2. 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

                  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.

                  Control0..1
                  Typeid
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  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.

                  ShortMetadata about the resource
                  Control0..1
                  TypeMeta
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-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.

                  ShortA 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 its narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.

                  Control0..1
                  Typeuri
                  Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because the implicit rules may provide additional knowledge about the resource that modifies its meaning or interpretation
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-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.

                  ShortLanguage of the resource content
                  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).

                  Control0..1
                  BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from AllLanguages
                  (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/all-languages|5.0.0)

                  IETF language tag for a human language

                  Typecode
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-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.

                  ShortText summary of the resource, for human interpretation
                  Comments

                  Contained resources do not have a 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.

                  Control0..1
                  This element is affected by the following invariants: dom-6
                  TypeNarrative
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate Namesnarrative, html, xhtml, display
                  Invariantsele-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, nor can they have their own independent transaction scope. This is allowed to be a Parameters resource if and only if it is referenced by a resource that provides context/meaning.

                  ShortContained, 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.

                  Control0..*
                  This element is affected by the following invariants: dom-2, dom-4, dom-3, dom-5
                  TypeResource
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
                  14. Observation.extension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource. To make the use of extensions safe and managable, 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.

                  ShortAdditional 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.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                  Invariantsele-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())
                  16. 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 managable, 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).

                  ShortExtensions 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.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the resource that contains them
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  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 Namesextensions, user content
                  Invariantsele-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.identifier
                  Definition

                  A unique identifier assigned to this observation.

                  ShortBusiness Identifier for observation
                  NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
                  Control0..*
                  TypeIdentifier
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supportfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  Requirements

                  Allows observations to be distinguished and referenced.

                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.identifier. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                  • value @ type
                  • 20. Observation.identifier:observationUID
                    Slice NameobservationUID
                    Definition

                    A unique identifier assigned to this observation.

                    ShortThe unique identifier for the observation.
                    NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
                    Control0..*
                    TypeIdentifier
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Must Supporttrue
                    Summarytrue
                    Requirements

                    Allows observations to be distinguished and referenced.

                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                    22. Observation.identifier:observationUID.id
                    Definition

                    Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                    ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                    Control0..1
                    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                    Typeid
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                    Summaryfalse
                    24. Observation.identifier:observationUID.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 managable, 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.

                    ShortAdditional 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.

                    Control0..*
                    TypeExtension
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Summaryfalse
                    Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                    Invariantsele-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())
                    SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.identifier.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                    • value @ url
                    • 26. Observation.identifier:observationUID.use
                      Definition

                      The purpose of this identifier.

                      Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
                      Comments

                      Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

                      Control0..1
                      BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierUse
                      (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0)

                      Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

                      Typecode
                      Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary id for a permanent one.
                      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                      Summarytrue
                      Requirements

                      Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      28. Observation.identifier:observationUID.type
                      Definition

                      A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                      ShortDescription of identifier
                      Comments

                      This element deals only with general categories of identifiers. It SHOULD not be used for codes that correspond 1..1 with the Identifier.system. Some identifiers may fall into multiple categories due to common usage. Where the system is known, a type is unnecessary because the type is always part of the system definition. However systems often need to handle identifiers where the system is not known. There is not a 1:1 relationship between type and system, since many different systems have the same type.

                      Control1..1
                      BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierTypeCodes
                      (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type)

                      A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                      TypeCodeableConcept
                      Is Modifierfalse
                      Summarytrue
                      Requirements

                      Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known.

                      Pattern Value{
                        "coding" : [{
                          "system" : "http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/dicom-sr/CodeSystem/dicom-identifier-type",
                          "code" : "observation-uid",
                          "display" : "Observation UID"
                        }]
                      }
                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      30. Observation.identifier:observationUID.system
                      Definition

                      Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique.

                      ShortThe namespace for the identifier value
                      Comments

                      Identifier.system is always case sensitive.

                      Control0..1
                      Typeuri
                      Is Modifierfalse
                      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                      Summarytrue
                      Requirements

                      There are many sets of identifiers. To perform matching of two identifiers, we need to know what set we're dealing with. The system identifies a particular set of unique identifiers.

                      Pattern Valueurn:dicom:uid
                      Example<br/><b>General</b>:http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient
                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      32. Observation.identifier:observationUID.value
                      Definition

                      The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

                      ShortThe value that is unique
                      Comments

                      If the value is a full URI, then the system SHALL be urn:ietf:rfc:3986. The value's primary purpose is computational mapping. As a result, it may be normalized for comparison purposes (e.g. removing non-significant whitespace, dashes, etc.) A value formatted for human display can be conveyed using the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/rendered-value). Identifier.value is to be treated as case sensitive unless knowledge of the Identifier.system allows the processer to be confident that non-case-sensitive processing is safe.

                      Control1..1
                      This element is affected by the following invariants: ident-1
                      Typestring
                      Is Modifierfalse
                      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                      Summarytrue
                      Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456
                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      34. Observation.identifier:observationUID.period
                      Definition

                      Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use.

                      ShortTime period when id is/was valid for use
                      Control0..1
                      TypePeriod
                      Is Modifierfalse
                      Summarytrue
                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      36. Observation.identifier:observationUID.assigner
                      Definition

                      Organization that issued/manages the identifier.

                      ShortOrganization that issued id (may be just text)
                      Comments

                      The Identifier.assigner may omit the .reference element and only contain a .display element reflecting the name or other textual information about the assigning organization.

                      Control0..1
                      TypeReference(Organization)
                      Is Modifierfalse
                      Summarytrue
                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      38. Observation.instantiates[x]
                      Definition

                      The reference to a FHIR ObservationDefinition resource that provides the definition that is adhered to in whole or in part by this Observation instance.

                      ShortInstantiates FHIR ObservationDefinition
                      Comments

                      ObservationDefinition can be referenced by its canonical url using instantiatesCanonical, or by a name or an identifier using the appropriate sub-elements of instantiatesReference.

                      Control0..1
                      TypeChoice of: canonical(ObservationDefinition), Reference(ObservationDefinition)
                      [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
                      Is Modifierfalse
                      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                      Must Supportfalse
                      Summarytrue
                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      40. 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.

                      ShortFulfills plan, proposal or order
                      Control0..*
                      TypeReference(CarePlan, DeviceRequest, ImmunizationRecommendation, MedicationRequest, NutritionOrder, ServiceRequest)
                      Is Modifierfalse
                      Must Supportfalse
                      Summarytrue
                      Requirements

                      Allows tracing of authorization for the event and tracking whether proposals/recommendations were acted upon.

                      Alternate NamesFulfills
                      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                      SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.basedOn. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                      • type @ reference
                      • 42. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef
                        Slice NameserviceRequestRef
                        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.

                        ShortDescription of the related ServiceRequest
                        Control0..1
                        TypeReference(ServiceRequest)
                        Is Modifierfalse
                        Must Supporttrue
                        Summarytrue
                        Requirements

                        Allows tracing of authorization for the event and tracking whether proposals/recommendations were acted upon.

                        Alternate NamesFulfills
                        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                        44. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.id
                        Definition

                        Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                        ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                        Control0..1
                        This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                        Typeid
                        Is Modifierfalse
                        XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                        Summaryfalse
                        46. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.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 managable, 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.

                        ShortAdditional 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.

                        Control0..*
                        TypeExtension
                        Is Modifierfalse
                        Summaryfalse
                        Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                        Invariantsele-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())
                        SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.basedOn.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                        • value @ url
                        • 48. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.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.

                          ShortLiteral 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.

                          Control0..1
                          This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2, ref-1
                          Typestring
                          Is Modifierfalse
                          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                          Summarytrue
                          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                          50. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.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).

                          ShortType the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources
                          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 known RESTful URL) or by resolving the target of the reference.

                          Control0..1
                          BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ResourceType
                          (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/resource-types)

                          Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).

                          Typeuri
                          Is Modifierfalse
                          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                          Summarytrue
                          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                          52. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.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.

                          ShortThe accession number related to the performed study
                          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).

                          This element only allows for a single identifier. In the case where additional identifers are required, use the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/additionalIdentifier extension.

                          NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
                          Control0..1
                          This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2
                          TypeIdentifier
                          Is Modifierfalse
                          Summarytrue
                          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                          54. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.id
                          Definition

                          Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                          ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                          Control0..1
                          This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                          Typeid
                          Is Modifierfalse
                          XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                          Summaryfalse
                          56. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.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 managable, 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.

                          ShortAdditional 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.

                          Control0..*
                          TypeExtension
                          Is Modifierfalse
                          Summaryfalse
                          Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                          Invariantsele-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())
                          SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.basedOn.identifier.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                          • value @ url
                          • 58. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.use
                            Definition

                            The purpose of this identifier.

                            Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
                            Comments

                            Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

                            Control0..1
                            BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierUse
                            (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0)

                            Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

                            Typecode
                            Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary id for a permanent one.
                            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                            Summarytrue
                            Requirements

                            Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            60. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.type
                            Definition

                            A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                            ShortDescription of identifier
                            Comments

                            This element deals only with general categories of identifiers. It SHOULD not be used for codes that correspond 1..1 with the Identifier.system. Some identifiers may fall into multiple categories due to common usage. Where the system is known, a type is unnecessary because the type is always part of the system definition. However systems often need to handle identifiers where the system is not known. There is not a 1:1 relationship between type and system, since many different systems have the same type.

                            Control1..1
                            BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierTypeCodes
                            (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type)

                            A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                            TypeCodeableConcept
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Summarytrue
                            Requirements

                            Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known.

                            Pattern Value{
                              "coding" : [{
                                "system" : "http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v2-0203",
                                "code" : "ACSN",
                                "display" : "Accession ID"
                              }]
                            }
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            62. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.system
                            Definition

                            Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique.

                            ShortThe namespace for the identifier value
                            Comments

                            Identifier.system is always case sensitive.

                            Control0..1
                            Typeuri
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                            Summarytrue
                            Requirements

                            There are many sets of identifiers. To perform matching of two identifiers, we need to know what set we're dealing with. The system identifies a particular set of unique identifiers.

                            Example<br/><b>General</b>:http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            64. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.value
                            Definition

                            The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

                            ShortThe value that is unique
                            Comments

                            If the value is a full URI, then the system SHALL be urn:ietf:rfc:3986. The value's primary purpose is computational mapping. As a result, it may be normalized for comparison purposes (e.g. removing non-significant whitespace, dashes, etc.) A value formatted for human display can be conveyed using the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/rendered-value). Identifier.value is to be treated as case sensitive unless knowledge of the Identifier.system allows the processer to be confident that non-case-sensitive processing is safe.

                            Control1..1
                            This element is affected by the following invariants: ident-1
                            Typestring
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                            Summarytrue
                            Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            66. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.period
                            Definition

                            Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use.

                            ShortTime period when id is/was valid for use
                            Control0..1
                            TypePeriod
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Summarytrue
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            68. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.identifier.assigner
                            Definition

                            Organization that issued/manages the identifier.

                            ShortOrganization that issued id (may be just text)
                            Comments

                            The Identifier.assigner may omit the .reference element and only contain a .display element reflecting the name or other textual information about the assigning organization.

                            Control0..1
                            TypeReference(Organization)
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Summarytrue
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            70. Observation.basedOn:serviceRequestRef.display
                            Definition

                            Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference.

                            ShortText 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.

                            Control0..1
                            This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2
                            Typestring
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                            Summarytrue
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            72. Observation.triggeredBy
                            Definition

                            Identifies the observation(s) that triggered the performance of this observation.

                            ShortTriggering observation(s)
                            Control0..*
                            TypeBackboneElement
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Must Supportfalse
                            Summaryfalse
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            74. Observation.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.

                            ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                            Control0..1
                            This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                            Typestring
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                            Summaryfalse
                            76. Observation.triggeredBy.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 managable, 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.

                            ShortAdditional 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.

                            Control0..*
                            TypeExtension
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Summaryfalse
                            Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                            Invariantsele-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.triggeredBy.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 managable, 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).

                            ShortExtensions 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.

                            Control0..*
                            TypeExtension
                            Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
                            Summarytrue
                            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 Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
                            Invariantsele-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.triggeredBy.observation
                            Definition

                            Reference to the triggering observation.

                            ShortTriggering observation
                            Control1..1
                            TypeReference(Observation)
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Must Supportfalse
                            Summarytrue
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            82. Observation.triggeredBy.type
                            Definition

                            The type of trigger. Reflex | Repeat | Re-run.

                            Shortreflex | repeat | re-run
                            Control1..1
                            BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from TriggeredBytype
                            (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-triggeredbytype|5.0.0)

                            The type of TriggeredBy Observation.

                            Typecode
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                            Must Supportfalse
                            Summarytrue
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            84. Observation.triggeredBy.reason
                            Definition

                            Provides the reason why this observation was performed as a result of the observation(s) referenced.

                            ShortReason that the observation was triggered
                            Control0..1
                            Typestring
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                            Must Supportfalse
                            Summaryfalse
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            86. 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.

                            ShortPart of referenced event
                            Comments

                            To link an Observation to an Encounter use encounter. See the Notes below for guidance on referencing another Observation.

                            Control1..*
                            TypeReference(MedicationAdministration, MedicationDispense, MedicationStatement, Procedure, Immunization, ImagingStudy, GenomicStudy)
                            Is Modifierfalse
                            Must Supportfalse
                            Summarytrue
                            Alternate NamesContainer
                            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                            SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.partOf. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                            • type @ reference
                            • 88. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef
                              Slice NameimagingStudyRef
                              Definition

                              A larger event of which this particular Observation is a component or step. For example, an observation as part of a procedure.

                              ShortRelated ImagingStudy
                              Comments

                              To link an Observation to an Encounter use encounter. See the Notes below for guidance on referencing another Observation.

                              Control1..1
                              TypeReference(ImagingStudy)
                              Is Modifierfalse
                              Must Supporttrue
                              Summarytrue
                              Alternate NamesContainer
                              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                              90. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.id
                              Definition

                              Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                              ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                              Control0..1
                              This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                              Typeid
                              Is Modifierfalse
                              XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                              Summaryfalse
                              92. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.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 managable, 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.

                              ShortAdditional 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.

                              Control0..*
                              TypeExtension
                              Is Modifierfalse
                              Summaryfalse
                              Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                              Invariantsele-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())
                              SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.partOf.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                              • value @ url
                              • 94. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.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.

                                ShortLiteral 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.

                                Control0..1
                                This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2, ref-1
                                Typestring
                                Is Modifierfalse
                                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                Summarytrue
                                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                96. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.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).

                                ShortType the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources
                                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 known RESTful URL) or by resolving the target of the reference.

                                Control0..1
                                BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ResourceType
                                (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/resource-types)

                                Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).

                                Typeuri
                                Is Modifierfalse
                                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                Summarytrue
                                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                98. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.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.

                                ShortIdentifier related to Study Instance UID
                                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).

                                This element only allows for a single identifier. In the case where additional identifers are required, use the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/additionalIdentifier extension.

                                NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
                                Control0..1
                                This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2
                                TypeIdentifier
                                Is Modifierfalse
                                Summarytrue
                                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                100. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.id
                                Definition

                                Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                                ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                                Control0..1
                                This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                                Typeid
                                Is Modifierfalse
                                XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                                Summaryfalse
                                102. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.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 managable, 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.

                                ShortAdditional 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.

                                Control0..*
                                TypeExtension
                                Is Modifierfalse
                                Summaryfalse
                                Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                                Invariantsele-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())
                                SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.partOf.identifier.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                                • value @ url
                                • 104. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.use
                                  Definition

                                  The purpose of this identifier.

                                  Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
                                  Comments

                                  Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

                                  Control0..1
                                  BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierUse
                                  (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-use|5.0.0)

                                  Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

                                  Typecode
                                  Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary id for a permanent one.
                                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Requirements

                                  Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  106. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.type
                                  Definition

                                  A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                                  ShortDescription of identifier
                                  Comments

                                  This element deals only with general categories of identifiers. It SHOULD not be used for codes that correspond 1..1 with the Identifier.system. Some identifiers may fall into multiple categories due to common usage. Where the system is known, a type is unnecessary because the type is always part of the system definition. However systems often need to handle identifiers where the system is not known. There is not a 1:1 relationship between type and system, since many different systems have the same type.

                                  Control1..1
                                  BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from IdentifierTypeCodes
                                  (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type)

                                  A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

                                  TypeCodeableConcept
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Requirements

                                  Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known.

                                  Pattern Value{
                                    "coding" : [{
                                      "system" : "http://dicom.nema.org/resources/ontology/DCM",
                                      "code" : "110180",
                                      "display" : "Study Instance UID"
                                    }]
                                  }
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  108. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.system
                                  Definition

                                  Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique.

                                  ShortThe namespace for the identifier value
                                  Comments

                                  Identifier.system is always case sensitive.

                                  Control0..1
                                  Typeuri
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Requirements

                                  There are many sets of identifiers. To perform matching of two identifiers, we need to know what set we're dealing with. The system identifies a particular set of unique identifiers.

                                  Pattern Valueurn:dicom:uid
                                  Example<br/><b>General</b>:http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  110. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.value
                                  Definition

                                  The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

                                  ShortThe value that is unique
                                  Comments

                                  If the value is a full URI, then the system SHALL be urn:ietf:rfc:3986. The value's primary purpose is computational mapping. As a result, it may be normalized for comparison purposes (e.g. removing non-significant whitespace, dashes, etc.) A value formatted for human display can be conveyed using the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/rendered-value). Identifier.value is to be treated as case sensitive unless knowledge of the Identifier.system allows the processer to be confident that non-case-sensitive processing is safe.

                                  Control1..1
                                  This element is affected by the following invariants: ident-1
                                  Typestring
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  112. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.period
                                  Definition

                                  Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use.

                                  ShortTime period when id is/was valid for use
                                  Control0..1
                                  TypePeriod
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  114. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.identifier.assigner
                                  Definition

                                  Organization that issued/manages the identifier.

                                  ShortOrganization that issued id (may be just text)
                                  Comments

                                  The Identifier.assigner may omit the .reference element and only contain a .display element reflecting the name or other textual information about the assigning organization.

                                  Control0..1
                                  TypeReference(Organization)
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  116. Observation.partOf:imagingStudyRef.display
                                  Definition

                                  Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference.

                                  ShortText 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.

                                  Control0..1
                                  This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-2
                                  Typestring
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  118. Observation.status
                                  Definition

                                  The status of the result value.

                                  Shortregistered | preliminary | final | amended +
                                  Comments

                                  This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.

                                  Control1..1
                                  BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ObservationStatus
                                  (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-status|5.0.0)

                                  Codes providing the status of an observation.

                                  Typecode
                                  Is Modifiertrue 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 ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                  Must Supportfalse
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Requirements

                                  Need to track the status of individual results. Some results are finalized before the whole report is finalized.

                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  120. Observation.category
                                  Definition

                                  A code that classifies the general type of observation being made.

                                  ShortClassification 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.

                                  Control0..*
                                  BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationCategoryCodes
                                  (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-category)

                                  Codes for high level observation categories.

                                  TypeCodeableConcept
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Must Supporttrue
                                  Summaryfalse
                                  Requirements

                                  Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed.

                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  122. Observation.code
                                  Definition

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

                                  ShortType of observation (code / type)
                                  Comments

                                  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
                                  BindingFor example codes, see LOINCCodes
                                  (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-codes)

                                  Codes identifying names of simple observations.

                                  TypeCodeableConcept
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Must Supporttrue
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Requirements

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

                                  Alternate NamesName
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  124. Observation.subject
                                  Definition

                                  The patient, or group of patients, location, device, organization, procedure or practitioner this observation is about and into whose or what 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.

                                  ShortWho 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. The subject of an Observation may in some cases be a procedure. This supports the regulatory inspection use case where observations are captured during inspections of a procedure that is being performed (independent of any particular patient or whether patient related at all).

                                  Control1..1
                                  TypeReference(Patient)
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Must Supporttrue
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Requirements

                                  Observations have no value if you don't know who or what they're about.

                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  126. 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.

                                  ShortWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                  Control0..*
                                  TypeReference(Resource)
                                  Is Modifierfalse
                                  Must Supportfalse
                                  Summarytrue
                                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                  SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Observation.focus. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                                  • profile @ resolve()
                                  • 128. Observation.focus:trackingIdentifiers
                                    Slice NametrackingIdentifiers
                                    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.

                                    ShortWhat 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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Body Structure - DICOM SR Observation Tracking Identifier Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    130. Observation.focus:imageRegion2d
                                    Slice NameimageRegion2d
                                    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.

                                    Short2D Image Region
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR 2D Image Region Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    132. Observation.focus:imageRegion3d
                                    Slice NameimageRegion3d
                                    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.

                                    Short3D Image Region
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Image 3D Region Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    134. Observation.focus:referencedSegment
                                    Slice NamereferencedSegment
                                    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.

                                    ShortReferenced Segment
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Referenced Segment Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    136. Observation.focus:referencedSegmentationFrame
                                    Slice NamereferencedSegmentationFrame
                                    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.

                                    ShortReferenced Segmentation Frame
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Referenced Segmentation Frame Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    138. Observation.focus:regionInSpace
                                    Slice NameregionInSpace
                                    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.

                                    ShortRegionInSpace
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Region In Space)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    140. Observation.focus:volumeSurface
                                    Slice NamevolumeSurface
                                    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.

                                    ShortVolume Surface
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Image Volume Surface Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    142. Observation.focus:realWorldValueMap
                                    Slice NamerealWorldValueMap
                                    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.

                                    ShortReal World Value Map
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Real World Value Map)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    144. Observation.focus:illustrationOfRoi
                                    Slice NameillustrationOfRoi
                                    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.

                                    ShortIllustration of ROI
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Illustration Of ROI Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    146. Observation.focus:visualExplanation
                                    Slice NamevisualExplanation
                                    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.

                                    ShortVisualExplanation
                                    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 http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/observation-focusCode.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Imaging Selection - DICOM SR Visual Explanation Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    148. Observation.encounter
                                    Definition

                                    The healthcare event (e.g. a patient and healthcare provider interaction) during which this observation is made.

                                    ShortHealthcare 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).

                                    Control0..1
                                    TypeReference(Encounter)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Requirements

                                    For some observations it may be important to know the link between an observation and a particular encounter.

                                    Alternate NamesContext
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    150. 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.

                                    ShortClinically 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.

                                    Control0..1
                                    TypeChoice of: dateTime, Period, Timing, instant
                                    [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Requirements

                                    Knowing when an observation was deemed true is important to its relevance as well as determining trends.

                                    Alternate NamesOccurrence
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    152. 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.

                                    ShortObservation Date Time
                                    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.

                                    Control1..1
                                    Typeinstant
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    154. Observation.performer
                                    Definition

                                    Who was responsible for asserting the observed value as "true".

                                    ShortWho is responsible for the observation
                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Practitioner, PractitionerRole, Organization, CareTeam, Patient, RelatedPerson)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Requirements

                                    May give a degree of confidence in the observation and also indicates where follow-up questions should be directed.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    156. Observation.value[x]
                                    Definition

                                    The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.

                                    ShortActual result
                                    Comments
                                    • An observation may have:
                                      1. a single value here
                                      2. both a value and a set of related or component values
                                      3. 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.
                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7, obs-6
                                    TypeChoice of: Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period, Attachment, Reference(MolecularSequence)
                                    [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    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.

                                    Invariantsele-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.

                                    ShortWhy 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.

                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-6
                                    BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from DataAbsentReason
                                    (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/data-absent-reason)

                                    Codes specifying why the result (Observation.value[x]) is missing.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    For many results it is necessary to handle exceptional values in measurements.

                                    Invariantsele-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.

                                    ShortHigh, 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationInterpretationCodes
                                    (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-interpretation)

                                    Codes identifying interpretations of observations.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    For some results, particularly numeric results, an interpretation is necessary to fully understand the significance of a result.

                                    Alternate NamesAbnormal Flag
                                    Invariantsele-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.

                                    ShortComments 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeAnnotation
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    Need to be able to provide free text additional information.

                                    Invariantsele-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).

                                    ShortObserved 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.

                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-8
                                    BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTBodyStructures
                                    (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/body-site)

                                    SNOMED CT Body site concepts

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    166. Observation.bodyStructure
                                    Definition

                                    Indicates the body structure on the subject's body where the observation was made (i.e. the target site).

                                    ShortObserved body structure
                                    Comments

                                    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.

                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-8
                                    TypeReference(Body Structure - DICOM SR Finding Site Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    168. Observation.method
                                    Definition

                                    Indicates the mechanism used to perform the observation.

                                    ShortHow it was done
                                    Comments

                                    Only used if not implicit in code for Observation.code.

                                    Control0..1
                                    BindingFor example codes, see ObservationMethods
                                    (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-methods)

                                    Methods for simple observations.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    In some cases, method can impact results and is thus used for determining whether results can be compared or determining significance of results.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    170. Observation.specimen
                                    Definition

                                    The specimen that was used when this observation was made.

                                    ShortSpecimen used for this observation
                                    Comments

                                    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
                                    TypeReference(Specimen, Group)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    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))
                                    172. Observation.device
                                    Definition

                                    A reference to the device that generates the measurements or the device settings for the device.

                                    ShortA reference to the device that generates the measurements or the device settings for the 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.

                                    Control1..1
                                    TypeReference(Device - DICOM SR Algorithm Identification Mapping, Device - DICOM General Equipment Mapping, Device - DICOM Participant Device Mapping)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supporttrue
                                    Must Support TypesNo must-support rules about the choice of types/profiles
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    174. 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.

                                    ShortProvides 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeBackboneElement
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    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())
                                    176. 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.

                                    ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                                    Typestring
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    178. 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 managable, 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.

                                    ShortAdditional 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeExtension
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                                    Invariantsele-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.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 managable, 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).

                                    ShortExtensions 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeExtension
                                    Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
                                    Summarytrue
                                    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 Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
                                    Invariantsele-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())
                                    182. 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).

                                    ShortLow Range, if relevant
                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-3
                                    TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    184. 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).

                                    ShortHigh Range, if relevant
                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-3
                                    TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    186. Observation.referenceRange.normalValue
                                    Definition

                                    The value of the normal value of the reference range.

                                    ShortNormal value, if relevant
                                    Control0..1
                                    BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationReferenceRangeNormalValueCodes
                                    (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-referencerange-normalvalue)

                                    Codes identifying the normal value of the observation.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    188. 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.

                                    ShortReference 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.

                                    Control0..1
                                    BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from ObservationReferenceRangeMeaningCodes
                                    (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/referencerange-meaning)

                                    Code for the meaning of a reference range.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    Need to be able to say what kind of reference range this is - normal, recommended, therapeutic, etc., - for proper interpretation.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    190. 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.

                                    ShortReference 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    BindingFor example codes, see ObservationReferenceRangeAppliesToCodes
                                    (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/referencerange-appliesto)

                                    Codes identifying the population the reference range applies to.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    Need to be able to identify the target population for proper interpretation.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    192. 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.

                                    ShortApplicable age range, if relevant
                                    Control0..1
                                    TypeRange
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    Some analytes vary greatly over age.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    194. 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".

                                    ShortText based reference range in an observation
                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-3
                                    Typemarkdown
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    196. Observation.hasMember
                                    Definition

                                    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.

                                    ShortRelated resource that belongs to the Observation group
                                    Comments

                                    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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(Observation, QuestionnaireResponse, MolecularSequence)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    198. 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.

                                    ShortRelated resource from which the observation is made
                                    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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeReference(DocumentReference, ImagingStudy, ImagingSelection, QuestionnaireResponse, Observation, MolecularSequence, GenomicStudy)
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    200. 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.

                                    ShortComponent results
                                    Comments

                                    For a discussion on the ways Observations can be assembled in groups together see Notes below.

                                    Control0..*
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
                                    TypeBackboneElement
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Requirements

                                    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.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    202. 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.

                                    ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                                    Control0..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                                    Typestring
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    204. Observation.component.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 managable, 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.

                                    ShortAdditional 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeExtension
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                                    Invariantsele-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())
                                    206. 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 managable, 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).

                                    ShortExtensions 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeExtension
                                    Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
                                    Summarytrue
                                    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 Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
                                    Invariantsele-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())
                                    208. Observation.component.code
                                    Definition

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

                                    ShortType 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.

                                    Control1..1
                                    This element is affected by the following invariants: obs-7
                                    BindingFor example codes, see LOINCCodes
                                    (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-codes)

                                    Codes identifying names of simple observations.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    Requirements

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

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    210. Observation.component.value[x]
                                    Definition

                                    The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value.

                                    ShortActual 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 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.
                                    • 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.
                                    Control0..1
                                    TypeChoice of: Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period, Attachment, Reference(MolecularSequence)
                                    [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summarytrue
                                    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.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    212. Observation.component.dataAbsentReason
                                    Definition

                                    Provides a reason why the expected value in the element Observation.component.value[x] is missing.

                                    ShortWhy 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.

                                    Control0..1
                                    BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from DataAbsentReason
                                    (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/data-absent-reason)

                                    Codes specifying why the result (Observation.value[x]) is missing.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    For many results it is necessary to handle exceptional values in measurements.

                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    214. Observation.component.interpretation
                                    Definition

                                    A categorical assessment of an observation value. For example, high, low, normal.

                                    ShortHigh, 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ObservationInterpretationCodes
                                    (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/observation-interpretation)

                                    Codes identifying interpretations of observations.

                                    TypeCodeableConcept
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    Requirements

                                    For some results, particularly numeric results, an interpretation is necessary to fully understand the significance of a result.

                                    Alternate NamesAbnormal Flag
                                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                                    216. Observation.component.referenceRange
                                    Definition

                                    Guidance on how to interpret the value by comparison to a normal or recommended range.

                                    ShortProvides 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.

                                    Control0..*
                                    TypeSeettp://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/Observation#Observation.referenceRange
                                    Is Modifierfalse
                                    Must Supportfalse
                                    Summaryfalse
                                    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()))