CH ELM (R4)
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CH ELM (R4), published by Federal Office of Public Health FOPH. This guide is not an authorized publication; it is the continuous build for version 1.5.0 built by the FHIR (HL7® FHIR® Standard) CI Build. This version is based on the current content of https://github.com/ahdis/ch-elm/ and changes regularly. See the Directory of published versions

Resource Profile: ChElmSpecimen - Detailed Descriptions

Active as of 2024-09-24

Definitions for the ch-elm-specimen resource profile.

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

0. Specimen
ShortCH Lab Specimen: Laboratory
Impose ProfileThis profile also requires that the instance also conform this additional profile:
2. Specimen.type
ShortThe mechanism to declare the collection material is described under 'Guidance - Laboratory Result'
4. Specimen.type.coding
Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from CH ELM Results Complete Spec
(required to http://fhir.ch/ig/ch-elm/ValueSet/ch-elm-results-complete-spec)
TypeCoding(CH ELM Coding)
6. Specimen.type.text
Pattern ValueMaterial declared by Observation.code or non-mandatory
8. Specimen.subject
Control1..?
TypeReference(CH ELM Patient)
10. Specimen.collection
Must Supporttrue
12. Specimen.collection.collected[x]
[x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Specimen.collection.collected[x]. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • type @ $this
  • 14. Specimen.collection.collected[x]:collectedDateTime
    Slice NamecollectedDateTime
    Control0..1
    TypedateTime
    [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
    Must Supporttrue
    Invariantsch-elm-dateTime: At least the format YYYY-MM-DD is required. ($this.toString().length() >= 10)

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

    0. Specimen
    Definition

    Laboratory specimen


    A sample to be used for analysis.

    ShortCH Lab Specimen: LaboratorySample for analysis
    Control0..*
    Is Modifierfalse
    Impose ProfileThis profile also requires that the instance also conform this additional profile:
    Summaryfalse
    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().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty())
    dom-4: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated (contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty())
    dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label (contained.meta.security.empty())
    dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management (text.`div`.exists())
    2. Specimen.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 it's 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 it's meaning or interpretation
    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()))
    4. Specimen.modifierExtension
    Definition

    May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

    Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

    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
    Summaryfalse
    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())
    6. Specimen.status
    Definition

    The availability of the specimen.

    Shortavailable | unavailable | unsatisfactory | entered-in-error
    Comments

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

    Control0..1
    BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from SpecimenStatushttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/specimen-status|4.0.1
    (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/specimen-status|4.0.1)

    Codes providing the status/availability of a specimen.

    Typecode
    Is Modifiertrue because This element is labelled 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
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    8. Specimen.type
    Definition

    The kind of material that forms the specimen.

    ShortThe mechanism to declare the collection material is described under 'Guidance - Laboratory Result'Kind of material that forms the specimen
    Comments

    If the specimen.type conveys information about the site the specimen has been collected from, then, if the bodySite is present it shall be coherent with the type.


    The type can change the way that a specimen is handled and drives what kind of analyses can properly be performed on the specimen. It is frequently used in diagnostic work flow decision making systems.

    Control10..1
    BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from For example codes, see Specimen Typeshttp://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v2-0487
    (preferred to http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-specimenType-eu-lab)
    TypeCodeableConcept
    Is Modifierfalse
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    10. Specimen.type.coding
    Definition

    A reference to a code defined by a terminology system.

    ShortA reference to a code defined by a terminology systemCode defined by a terminology system
    Comments

    Codes may be defined very casually in enumerations or code lists, up to very formal definitions such as SNOMED CT - see the HL7 v3 Core Principles for more information.


    Codes may be defined very casually in enumerations, or code lists, up to very formal definitions such as SNOMED CT - see the HL7 v3 Core Principles for more information. Ordering of codings is undefined and SHALL NOT be used to infer meaning. Generally, at most only one of the coding values will be labeled as UserSelected = true.

    Control0..1*
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
    BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from For codes, see CH ELM Results Complete Spec
    (required to http://fhir.ch/ig/ch-elm/ValueSet/ch-elm-results-complete-spec)
    TypeCoding(CH ELM Coding)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Requirements

    Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems.

    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    12. Specimen.type.text
    Definition

    A human language representation of the concept as seen/selected/uttered by the user who entered the data and/or which represents the intended meaning of the user.

    ShortPlain text representation of the concept
    Comments

    Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings.

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

    The codes from the terminologies do not always capture the correct meaning with all the nuances of the human using them, or sometimes there is no appropriate code at all. In these cases, the text is used to capture the full meaning of the source.

    Pattern ValueMaterial declared by Observation.code or non-mandatory
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    14. Specimen.subject
    Definition

    Where the specimen came from. This may be from patient(s), from a location (e.g., the source of an environmental sample), or a sampling of a substance or a device.

    ShortWhere the specimen came from. This may be from patient(s), from a location (e.g., the source of an environmental sample), or a sampling of a substance or a device
    Control10..1
    TypeReference(CH ELM Patient, Patient, Group, Device, Substance, Location)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Summarytrue
    Requirements

    Must know the subject context.

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

    Details concerning the specimen collection.

    ShortCollection details
    Control0..1
    TypeBackboneElement
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Summaryfalse
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    18. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite
    Slice NamebodySite
    Definition

    Record details about the anatomical location of a specimen or body part. This resource may be used when a coded concept does not provide the necessary detail needed for the use case.

    ShortTarget anatomic location or structure
    Control0..1
    TypeExtension(BodyStructure Reference) (Extension Type: Reference(BodyStructure))
    Is Modifierfalse
    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())
    ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    20. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite.extension
    Definition

    An Extension


    May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

    ShortExtensionAdditional 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..0*
    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())
    ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Specimen.collection.extension.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
    • value @ url
    • 22. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite.url
      Definition

      Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.

      Shortidentifies the meaning of the extension
      Comments

      The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.

      Control1..1
      Typeuri
      Is Modifierfalse
      XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
      Summaryfalse
      Fixed Valuehttp://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/bodySite
      24. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite.value[x]
      Definition

      Value of extension - must be one of a constrained set of the data types (see Extensibility for a list).


      Value of extension - must be one of a constrained set of the data types (see Extensibility for a list).

      ShortValue of extension
      Control10..1
      This element is affected by the following invariants: ext-1
      TypeReference(Body structure: Laboratory), date, Meta, Address, Attachment, integer, Count, DataRequirement, Dosage, uuid, Identifier, Coding, SampledData, id, positiveInt, Distance, Period, Duration, canonical, Range, RelatedArtifact, base64Binary, UsageContext, Timing, decimal, CodeableConcept, ParameterDefinition, dateTime, code, string, Contributor, oid, instant, ContactPoint, HumanName, Money, markdown, Ratio, Age, TriggerDefinition, Quantity, uri, url, Annotation, ContactDetail, boolean, Expression, Signature, unsignedInt, time
      [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summaryfalse
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      26. Specimen.collection.modifierExtension
      Definition

      May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

      Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

      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())
      28. Specimen.collection.collected[x]
      Definition

      Time when specimen was collected from subject - the physiologically relevant time.

      ShortCollection time
      Control0..1
      TypeChoice of: dateTime, Period
      [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
      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 Specimen.collection.collected[x]. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
      • type @ $this
      • 30. Specimen.collection.collected[x]:collectedDateTime
        Slice NamecollectedDateTime
        Definition

        Time when specimen was collected from subject - the physiologically relevant time.

        ShortCollection time
        Control0..1
        TypedateTime, Period
        [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 Supporttrue
        Summarytrue
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        ch-elm-dateTime: At least the format YYYY-MM-DD is required. ($this.toString().length() >= 10)

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

        0. Specimen
        Definition

        Laboratory specimen

        ShortCH Lab Specimen: Laboratory
        Control0..*
        Is Modifierfalse
        Impose ProfileThis profile also requires that the instance also conform this additional profile:
        Summaryfalse
        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().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty())
        dom-4: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated (contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty())
        dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label (contained.meta.security.empty())
        dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management (text.`div`.exists())
        2. Specimen.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

        The only time that a resource does not have an id is when it is being submitted to the server using a create operation.

        Control0..1
        Typeid
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summarytrue
        4. Specimen.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
        Summarytrue
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        6. Specimen.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 it's 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 it's meaning or interpretation
        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()))
        8. Specimen.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 SHOULD be taken from CommonLanguages
        (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/languages)

        A human language.

        Additional BindingsPurpose
        AllLanguagesMax Binding
        Typecode
        Is Modifierfalse
        Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
        Summaryfalse
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        10. Specimen.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 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
        TypeNarrative
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summaryfalse
        Alternate Namesnarrative, html, xhtml, display
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        12. Specimen.contained
        Definition

        These resources do not have an independent existence apart from the resource that contains them - they cannot be identified independently, and nor can they have their own independent transaction scope.

        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..*
        TypeResource
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summaryfalse
        Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
        14. Specimen.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 manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

        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())
        16. Specimen.modifierExtension
        Definition

        May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

        Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

        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
        Summaryfalse
        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. Specimen.identifier
        Definition

        Id for specimen.

        ShortExternal Identifier
        NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
        Control0..*
        TypeIdentifier
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summarytrue
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        20. Specimen.accessionIdentifier
        Definition

        The identifier assigned by the lab when accessioning specimen(s). This is not necessarily the same as the specimen identifier, depending on local lab procedures.

        ShortIdentifier assigned by the lab
        Control0..1
        TypeIdentifier
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summarytrue
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        22. Specimen.status
        Definition

        The availability of the specimen.

        Shortavailable | unavailable | unsatisfactory | entered-in-error
        Comments

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

        Control0..1
        BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from SpecimenStatus
        (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/specimen-status|4.0.1)

        Codes providing the status/availability of a specimen.

        Typecode
        Is Modifiertrue because This element is labelled 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
        Summarytrue
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        24. Specimen.type
        Definition

        The kind of material that forms the specimen.

        ShortThe mechanism to declare the collection material is described under 'Guidance - Laboratory Result'
        Comments

        If the specimen.type conveys information about the site the specimen has been collected from, then, if the bodySite is present it shall be coherent with the type.

        Control1..1
        BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from Specimen Types
        (preferred to http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-specimenType-eu-lab)
        TypeCodeableConcept
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summarytrue
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        26. Specimen.type.id
        Definition

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

        ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
        Control0..1
        Typestring
        Is Modifierfalse
        XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
        Summaryfalse
        28. Specimen.type.extension
        Definition

        May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

        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 Specimen.type.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
        • value @ url
        • 30. Specimen.type.coding
          Definition

          A reference to a code defined by a terminology system.

          ShortA reference to a code defined by a terminology system
          Comments

          Codes may be defined very casually in enumerations or code lists, up to very formal definitions such as SNOMED CT - see the HL7 v3 Core Principles for more information.

          Control0..1
          This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
          BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from CH ELM Results Complete Spec
          (required to http://fhir.ch/ig/ch-elm/ValueSet/ch-elm-results-complete-spec)
          TypeCoding(CH ELM Coding)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Requirements

          Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems.

          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          32. Specimen.type.text
          Definition

          A human language representation of the concept as seen/selected/uttered by the user who entered the data and/or which represents the intended meaning of the user.

          ShortPlain text representation of the concept
          Comments

          Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings.

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

          The codes from the terminologies do not always capture the correct meaning with all the nuances of the human using them, or sometimes there is no appropriate code at all. In these cases, the text is used to capture the full meaning of the source.

          Pattern ValueMaterial declared by Observation.code or non-mandatory
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          34. Specimen.subject
          Definition

          Where the specimen came from. This may be from patient(s), from a location (e.g., the source of an environmental sample), or a sampling of a substance or a device.

          ShortWhere the specimen came from. This may be from patient(s), from a location (e.g., the source of an environmental sample), or a sampling of a substance or a device
          Control1..1
          TypeReference(CH ELM Patient)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          Requirements

          Must know the subject context.

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

          Time when specimen was received for processing or testing.

          ShortThe time when specimen was received for processing
          Control0..1
          TypedateTime
          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()))
          38. Specimen.parent
          Definition

          Reference to the parent (source) specimen which is used when the specimen was either derived from or a component of another specimen.

          ShortSpecimen from which this specimen originated
          Comments

          The parent specimen could be the source from which the current specimen is derived by some processing step (e.g. an aliquot or isolate or extracted nucleic acids from clinical samples) or one of many specimens that were combined to create a pooled sample.

          Control0..*
          TypeReference(CH LAB Specimen)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          40. Specimen.request
          Definition

          Details concerning a service request that required a specimen to be collected.

          ShortWhy the specimen was collected.
          Comments

          If the specimen information are known when the order is created then the ServiceRequest.specimen should be used. If the ServiceRequest can be updated when the specimen is collected then the ServiceRequest.specimen or the Specimen.request could be used. Otherwise the relationship is recorded in the Specimen.request element

          Control0..*
          TypeReference(ServiceRequest)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          42. Specimen.collection
          Definition

          Details concerning the specimen collection.

          ShortCollection details
          Control0..1
          TypeBackboneElement
          Is Modifierfalse
          Must Supporttrue
          Summaryfalse
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          44. Specimen.collection.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
          Typestring
          Is Modifierfalse
          XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
          Summaryfalse
          46. Specimen.collection.extension
          Definition

          An Extension

          ShortExtension
          Control0..*
          TypeExtension
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          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 Specimen.collection.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
          • value @ url
          • 48. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite
            Slice NamebodySite
            Definition

            Record details about the anatomical location of a specimen or body part. This resource may be used when a coded concept does not provide the necessary detail needed for the use case.

            ShortTarget anatomic location or structure
            Control0..1
            TypeExtension(BodyStructure Reference) (Extension Type: Reference(BodyStructure))
            Is Modifierfalse
            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())
            50. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite.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
            52. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite.extension
            Definition

            An Extension

            ShortExtension
            Control0..0
            TypeExtension
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summaryfalse
            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 Specimen.collection.extension.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
            • value @ url
            • 54. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite.url
              Definition

              Source of the definition for the extension code - a logical name or a URL.

              Shortidentifies the meaning of the extension
              Comments

              The definition may point directly to a computable or human-readable definition of the extensibility codes, or it may be a logical URI as declared in some other specification. The definition SHALL be a URI for the Structure Definition defining the extension.

              Control1..1
              Typeuri
              Is Modifierfalse
              XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
              Summaryfalse
              Fixed Valuehttp://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/bodySite
              56. Specimen.collection.extension:bodySite.value[x]
              Definition

              Value of extension - must be one of a constrained set of the data types (see Extensibility for a list).

              ShortValue of extension
              Control1..1
              This element is affected by the following invariants: ext-1
              TypeReference(Body structure: Laboratory)
              [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summaryfalse
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              58. Specimen.collection.modifierExtension
              Definition

              May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

              Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

              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())
              60. Specimen.collection.collector
              Definition

              Person who collected the specimen.

              ShortWho collected the specimen
              Control0..1
              TypeReference(Practitioner, PractitionerRole)
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summarytrue
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              62. Specimen.collection.collected[x]
              Definition

              Time when specimen was collected from subject - the physiologically relevant time.

              ShortCollection time
              Control0..1
              TypeChoice of: dateTime, Period
              [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
              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 Specimen.collection.collected[x]. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
              • type @ $this
              • 64. Specimen.collection.collected[x]:collectedDateTime
                Slice NamecollectedDateTime
                Definition

                Time when specimen was collected from subject - the physiologically relevant time.

                ShortCollection time
                Control0..1
                TypedateTime
                [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 Supporttrue
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                ch-elm-dateTime: At least the format YYYY-MM-DD is required. ($this.toString().length() >= 10)
                66. Specimen.collection.duration
                Definition

                The span of time over which the collection of a specimen occurred.

                ShortHow long it took to collect specimen
                Control0..1
                TypeDuration
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                68. Specimen.collection.quantity
                Definition

                The quantity of specimen collected; for instance the volume of a blood sample, or the physical measurement of an anatomic pathology sample.

                ShortThe quantity of specimen collected
                Control0..1
                TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                70. Specimen.collection.method
                Definition

                A coded value specifying the technique that is used to perform the procedure.

                ShortTechnique used to perform collection
                Control0..1
                BindingFor example codes, see FHIRSpecimenCollectionMethod
                (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/specimen-collection-method)

                The technique that is used to perform the procedure.

                TypeCodeableConcept
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                72. Specimen.collection.bodySite
                Definition

                Anatomical location from which the specimen was collected (if subject is a patient). This is the target site. This element is not used for environmental specimens.

                ShortAnatomical collection site
                Comments

                If the specimen.type conveys information about the site the specimen has been collected from, then, if the bodySite if present it shall be coherent with the type

                Control0..1
                BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from SNOMEDCTBodyStructures
                (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/body-site)
                TypeCodeableConcept
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                74. Specimen.collection.fastingStatus[x]
                Definition

                Abstinence or reduction from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time prior to sample collection.

                ShortWhether or how long patient abstained from food and/or drink
                Comments

                Representing fasting status using this element is preferred to representing it with an observation using a 'pre-coordinated code' such as LOINC 2005-7 (Calcium [Moles/​time] in 2 hour Urine --12 hours fasting), or using a component observation such asObservation.component code` = LOINC 49541-6 (Fasting status - Reported).

                Control0..1
                BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from hl7VS-relevantClincialInformation
                (extensible to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v2-0916)

                Codes describing the fasting status of the patient.

                TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Duration
                [x] NoteSeeChoice of Data Typesfor further information about how to use [x]
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Many diagnostic tests require fasting to facilitate accurate interpretation.

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

                Details concerning processing and processing steps for the specimen.

                ShortProcessing and processing step details
                Control0..*
                TypeBackboneElement
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                78. Specimen.processing.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
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                Summaryfalse
                80. Specimen.processing.extension
                Definition

                May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

                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())
                82. Specimen.processing.modifierExtension
                Definition

                May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

                Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

                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())
                84. Specimen.processing.description
                Definition

                Textual description of procedure.

                ShortTextual description of procedure
                Control0..1
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                86. Specimen.processing.procedure
                Definition

                A coded value specifying the procedure used to process the specimen.

                ShortIndicates the treatment step applied to the specimen
                Control0..1
                BindingFor example codes, see SpecimenProcessingProcedure
                (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/specimen-processing-procedure)

                Type indicating the technique used to process the specimen.

                TypeCodeableConcept
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                88. Specimen.processing.additive
                Definition

                Material used in the processing step.

                ShortMaterial used in the processing step
                Control0..*
                TypeReference(Substance, Substance: Specimen Additive Substance)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                90. Specimen.processing.time[x]
                Definition

                A record of the time or period when the specimen processing occurred. For example the time of sample fixation or the period of time the sample was in formalin.

                ShortDate and time of specimen processing
                Control0..1
                TypeChoice of: dateTime, Period
                [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
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                92. Specimen.container
                Definition

                The container holding the specimen. The recursive nature of containers; i.e. blood in tube in tray in rack is not addressed here.

                ShortDirect container of specimen (tube/slide, etc.)
                Control0..*
                TypeBackboneElement
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                94. Specimen.container.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
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                Summaryfalse
                96. Specimen.container.extension
                Definition

                An Extension

                ShortExtension
                Control0..*
                TypeExtension
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                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 Specimen.container.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                • value @ url
                • 98. Specimen.container.extension:device
                  Slice Namedevice
                  Definition

                  Optional Extension Element - found in all resources.

                  ShortOptional Extensions Element
                  Control0..1
                  This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
                  TypeExtension(Extension Definition for Specimen.container.device for Version 5.0) (Extension Type: Reference(Device))
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  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())
                  100. Specimen.container.modifierExtension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

                  Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

                  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())
                  102. Specimen.container.identifier
                  Definition

                  Id for container. There may be multiple; a manufacturer's bar code, lab assigned identifier, etc. The container ID may differ from the specimen id in some circumstances.

                  ShortId for the container
                  NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
                  Control0..*
                  TypeIdentifier
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  104. Specimen.container.description
                  Definition

                  Textual description of the container.

                  ShortTextual description of the container
                  Control0..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  106. Specimen.container.type
                  Definition

                  The type of container associated with the specimen (e.g. slide, aliquot, etc.).

                  ShortKind of container directly associated with specimen
                  Control0..1
                  BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from Specimen Container
                  (preferred to http://hl7.eu/fhir/laboratory/ValueSet/lab-specimenContainer-eu-lab)
                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  108. Specimen.container.capacity
                  Definition

                  The capacity (volume or other measure) the container may contain.

                  ShortContainer volume or size
                  Control0..1
                  TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  110. Specimen.container.specimenQuantity
                  Definition

                  The quantity of specimen in the container; may be volume, dimensions, or other appropriate measurements, depending on the specimen type.

                  ShortQuantity of specimen within container
                  Control0..1
                  TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  112. Specimen.container.additive[x]
                  Definition

                  Introduced substance to preserve, maintain or enhance the specimen. Examples: Formalin, Citrate, EDTA.

                  ShortAdditive associated with container
                  Control0..0
                  BindingFor example codes, see hl7VS-additivePreservative
                  (example to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v2-0371)

                  Substance added to specimen container.

                  TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(Substance)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  114. Specimen.condition
                  Definition

                  A mode or state of being that describes the nature of the specimen.

                  ShortState of the specimen
                  Comments

                  Specimen condition is an observation made about the specimen. It's a point-in-time assessment. It can be used to assess its quality or appropriateness for a specific test.

                  Control0..*
                  BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from hl7VS-specimenCondition
                  (extensible to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v2-0493)

                  Codes describing the state of the specimen.

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  Requirements

                  The specimen condition can be used to assess its quality or appropriateness for a specific test.

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

                  To communicate any details or issues about the specimen or during the specimen collection. (for example: broken vial, sent with patient, frozen).

                  ShortComments
                  Control0..*
                  TypeAnnotation
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))