Singapore Core Data for Interoperability (SGCDI)

RadiologyReport

This resource represents a clinical document created by a radiologist that summarizes the findings and interpretations from medical imaging studies such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, or ultrasound. The report typically includes patient information, the type of imaging performed, clinical indications, detailed observations, impressions or diagnoses, and recommendations for further evaluation or management.

Business Information Model

radiologyreport

Key Design Considerations

Investigation is referenced in both LabResult and RadiologyReport. As such, the category will be used to differentiate investigations for lab results and radiology reports. In this case, the category.coding.code should be fixed to imaging.

Resource Structure

RadiologyReport (DiagnosticReport)	C		DiagnosticReport	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport Short description A Diagnostic report - a combination of request information, atomic results, images, interpretation, as well as formatted reports Alternate names Report, Test, Result, Results, Labs, Laboratory Definition The findings and interpretation of diagnostic tests performed on patients, groups of patients, products, substances, devices, and locations, and/or specimens derived from these. The report includes clinical context such as requesting provider information, and some mix of atomic results, images, textual and coded interpretations, and formatted representation of diagnostic reports. The report also includes non-clinical context such as batch analysis and stability reporting of products and substances. Comments This is intended to capture a single report and is not suitable for use in displaying summary information that covers multiple reports. For example, this resource has not been designed for laboratory cumulative reporting formats nor detailed structured reports for sequencing. Data type DiagnosticReport Constraints dom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources `contained.contained.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-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-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists() dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label `contained.meta.security.empty()` dgr-1: When a Composition is referenced in `Diagnostic.composition`, all Observation resources referenced in `Composition.entry` must also be referenced in `Diagnostic.entry` or in the references Observations in `Observation.hasMember` `composition.exists() implies (composition.resolve().section.entry.reference.where(resolve() is Observation) in (result.reference\|result.reference.resolve().hasMember.reference))` Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: Entity, Role, or Act workflow: Event w5: clinical.diagnostics v2: ORU -> OBR rim: Observation[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN]
id	Σ	0..1	id	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.id Short description Logical id of this artifact Definition The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes. 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. Data type id
meta	Σ	0..1	Meta	Element id DiagnosticReport.meta Short description Metadata about a resource Definition The metadata about a resource. This is content in the resource that is maintained by the infrastructure. Changes to the content might not always be associated with version changes to the resource. Data type Meta Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
implicitRules	Σ ?!	0..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.implicitRules Short description A set of rules under which this content was created 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. 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. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
language		0..1	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.language Short description Language of the resource content Definition The base language in which the resource is written. 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). Data type code Binding IETF language tag for a human language AllLanguages (required) Additional bindings CommonLanguages (starter) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
text	C	0..1	Narrative	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.text Short description Text summary of the resource, for human interpretation Alternate names narrative, html, xhtml, display 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. 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. Data type Narrative Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-6 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A rim: Act.text?
contained	C	0..*	Resource	Element id DiagnosticReport.contained Short description Sample for analysis Alternate names inline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources Definition A sample to be used for analysis. 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. Data type Resource Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-2, dom-4, dom-3, dom-5 Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: N/A
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored Alternate names extensions, user content 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..*	Identifier	Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier Short description Business identifier for report Alternate names ReportID, Filler ID, Placer ID Definition Identifiers assigned to this report by the performer or other systems. Requirements Need to know what identifier to use when making queries about this report from the source laboratory, and for linking to the report outside FHIR context. Comments Usually assigned by the Information System of the diagnostic service provider (filler id). Data type Identifier Slicing Unordered, Open, by system(Value) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier workflow: Event.identifier w5: FiveWs.identifier v2: OBR-51/ for globally unique filler ID - OBR-3 , For non-globally unique filler-id the flller/placer number must be combined with the universal service Id - OBR-2(if present)+OBR-3+OBR-4 rim: id
(All Slices)				The requirements in this element apply to all slices
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
recordIdentifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier Short description Business identifier for report Alternate names ReportID, Filler ID, Placer ID Definition Identifiers assigned to this report by the performer or other systems. Requirements Need to know what identifier to use when making queries about this report from the source laboratory, and for linking to the report outside FHIR context. Comments Usually assigned by the Information System of the diagnostic service provider (filler id). Data type Identifier Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier workflow: Event.identifier w5: FiveWs.identifier v2: OBR-51/ for globally unique filler ID - OBR-3 , For non-globally unique filler-id the flller/placer number must be combined with the universal service Id - OBR-2(if present)+OBR-3+OBR-4 rim: id
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/record-id Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:recordIdentifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
accessionNumber	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber Short description Business identifier for report Alternate names ReportID, Filler ID, Placer ID Definition Identifiers assigned to this report by the performer or other systems. Requirements Need to know what identifier to use when making queries about this report from the source laboratory, and for linking to the report outside FHIR context. Comments Usually assigned by the Information System of the diagnostic service provider (filler id). Data type Identifier Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier workflow: Event.identifier w5: FiveWs.identifier v2: OBR-51/ for globally unique filler ID - OBR-3 , For non-globally unique filler-id the flller/placer number must be combined with the universal service Id - OBR-2(if present)+OBR-3+OBR-4 rim: id
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriPattern	Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Pattern https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/accession-no Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.identifier:accessionNumber.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
basedOn	C	1..1	Reference(ServiceRequest)	Element id DiagnosticReport.basedOn Short description What was requested Alternate names Request Definition Details concerning a service requested. Requirements This allows tracing of authorization for the report and tracking whether proposals/recommendations were acted upon. Comments Note: Usually there is one test request for each result, however in some circumstances multiple test requests may be represented using a single test result resource. Note that there are also cases where one request leads to multiple reports. Data type Reference(ServiceRequest) Allowed aggregation:bundled Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.basedOn v2: ORC? OBR-2/3? rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=FLFS].target
status	Σ ?!	1..1	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.status Short description registered \| partial \| preliminary \| modified \| final \| amended \| corrected \| appended \| cancelled \| entered-in-error \| unknown Definition The status of the diagnostic report. Requirements Diagnostic services routinely issue provisional/incomplete reports, and sometimes withdraw previously released reports. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Binding The status of the diagnostic report. DiagnosticReportStatus (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.status w5: FiveWs.status v2: OBR-25 (not 1:1 mapping) rim: statusCode Note: final and amended are distinguished by whether observation is the subject of a ControlAct event of type "revise"
category	Σ	1..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id DiagnosticReport.category Short description Concept - reference to a terminology or just text Alternate names Department, Sub-department, Service, Discipline Definition A concept that may be defined by a formal reference to a terminology or ontology or may be provided by text. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding HL7 V2 table 0074 DiagnosticServiceSectionCodes (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD w5: FiveWs.class v2: OBR-24 rim: inboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].source[classCode=LIST, moodCode=EVN, code < LabService].code
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v2-0074 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	codePattern	Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Pattern RAD Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.category.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
code	Σ	1..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id DiagnosticReport.code Short description Concept - reference to a terminology or just text Alternate names Type Definition A concept that may be defined by a formal reference to a terminology or ontology or may be provided by text. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding LOINC Codes for Diagnostic Reports LOINCDiagnosticReportCodes (preferred) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD workflow: Event.code w5: FiveWs.what[x] v2: OBR-4 (HL7 V2 doesn't provide an easy way to indicate both the ordered test and the performed panel) rim: code
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value http://loinc.org Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.code.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
subject	Σ C	1..1	Reference(Patient)	Element id DiagnosticReport.subject Short description A reference from one resource to another Alternate names Patient Definition A reference from one resource to another. Requirements SHALL know the subject context. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Patient) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.subject w5: FiveWs.subject[x] v2: PID-3 (no HL7 V2 mapping for Group or Device) rim: participation[typeCode=SBJ]
encounter	Σ C	1..1	Reference(Encounter)	Element id DiagnosticReport.encounter Short description A reference from one resource to another Alternate names Context Definition A reference from one resource to another. Requirements Links the request to the Encounter context. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Encounter) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.encounter w5: FiveWs.context v2: PV1-19 rim: inboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].source[classCode=ENC, moodCode=EVN]
effective[x]	Σ	0..1		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.effective[x] Short description Clinically relevant time/time-period for report Alternate names Observation time, Effective Time, Occurrence Definition The time or time-period the observed values are related to. When the subject of the report is a patient, this is usually either the time of the procedure or of specimen collection(s), but very often the source of the date/time is not known, only the date/time itself. Requirements Need to know where in the patient history to file/present this report. Comments If the diagnostic procedure was performed on the patient, this is the time it was performed. If there are specimens, the diagnostically relevant time can be derived from the specimen collection times, but the specimen information is not always available, and the exact relationship between the specimens and the diagnostically relevant time is not always automatic. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.occurrence[x] w5: FiveWs.done[x] v2: OBR-7 rim: effectiveTime
effectiveDateTime			dateTime	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type dateTime
effectivePeriod			Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type Period
issued	Σ	1..1	instant	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.issued Short description DateTime this version was made Alternate names Date published, Date Issued, Date Verified Definition The date and time that this version of the report was made available to providers, typically after the report was reviewed and verified. Requirements Clinicians need to be able to check the date that the report was released. Comments May be different from the update time of the resource itself, because that is the status of the record (potentially a secondary copy), not the actual release time of the report. Data type instant Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a w5: FiveWs.recorded v2: OBR-22 rim: participation[typeCode=VRF or AUT].time
performer	Σ C	0..1	Reference(Location \| PractitionerRole)	Element id DiagnosticReport.performer Short description Responsible Diagnostic Service Alternate names Laboratory, Service, Practitioner, Department, Company, Authorized by, Director Definition The diagnostic service that is responsible for issuing the report. Requirements Need to know whom to contact if there are queries about the results. Also may need to track the source of reports for secondary data analysis. Comments This is not necessarily the source of the atomic data items or the entity that interpreted the results. It is the entity that takes responsibility for the clinical report. Data type Reference(Location \| PractitionerRole) Allowed aggregation:bundled Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.performer.actor w5: FiveWs.actor v2: PRT-8 (where this PRT-4-Participation = "PO") rim: .participation[typeCode=PRF]
resultsInterpreter	Σ C	1..1	Reference(Practitioner)	Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter Short description Primary result interpreter Alternate names Analyzed by, Reported by Definition The practitioner or organization that is responsible for the report's conclusions and interpretations. Requirements Need to know whom to contact if there are queries about the results. Also may need to track the source of reports for secondary data analysis. Comments Might not be the same entity that takes responsibility for the clinical report. Data type Reference(Practitioner) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.performer.actor w5: FiveWs.actor v2: OBR-32, PRT-8 (where this PRT-4-Participation = "PI") rim: .participation[typeCode=PRF]
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
reference	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.reference Short description Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL 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. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2, ref-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	0..1	uriBindingFixed Value	Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.type Short description Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources 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). 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. Data type uri Binding Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model). ResourceType (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value Practitioner Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier Short description Logical reference, when literal reference is not known 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. 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. Data type Identifier Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier rim: .identifier
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/mcr Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
display	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.display Short description Text alternative for the resource Definition Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
specimen	C	0..0	Reference(Specimen)	Element id DiagnosticReport.specimen Short description Specimens this report is based on Definition Details about the specimens on which this diagnostic report is based. Requirements Need to be able to report information about the collected specimens on which the report is based. Comments If the specimen is sufficiently specified with a code in the test result name, then this additional data may be redundant. If there are multiple specimens, these may be represented per observation or group. Data type Reference(Specimen) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: SPM rim: participation[typeCode=SBJ]
result	C	1..*	Reference(Investigation)	Element id DiagnosticReport.result Short description Observations Alternate names Data, Atomic Value, Result, Atomic result, Data, Test, Analyte, Battery, Organizer Definition Observations that are part of this diagnostic report. Requirements Need to support individual results, or groups of results, where the result grouping is arbitrary, but meaningful. Comments Observations can contain observations. Data type Reference(Investigation) Allowed aggregation:bundled Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dgr-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: OBXs rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].target
id		0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.result.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.result.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
reference	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.result.reference Short description Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL 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. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2, ref-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	0..1	uriBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.result.type Short description Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources 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). 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. Data type uri Binding Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model). ResourceType (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	0..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.result.identifier Short description Logical reference, when literal reference is not known 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. 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. Data type Identifier Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier rim: .identifier
display	Σ C	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.result.display Short description Text alternative for the resource Definition Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
note		0..1	Annotation	Element id DiagnosticReport.note Short description Text node with attribution Definition A text note which also contains information about who made the statement and when. Requirements Need to be able to provide free text additional information. Comments For systems that do not have structured annotations, they can simply communicate a single annotation with no author or time. This element may need to be included in narrative because of the potential for modifying information. Annotations SHOULD NOT be used to communicate "modifying" information that could be computable. (This is a SHOULD because enforcing user behavior is nearly impossible). Data type Annotation Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Act rim: unknown
study	C	0..0	Reference(GenomicStudy \| ImagingStudy)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.study Short description Reference to full details of an analysis associated with the diagnostic report Definition One or more links to full details of any study performed during the diagnostic investigation. An ImagingStudy might comprise a set of radiologic images obtained via a procedure that are analyzed as a group. Typically, this is imaging performed by DICOM enabled modalities, but this is not required. A fully enabled PACS viewer can use this information to provide views of the source images. A GenomicStudy might comprise one or more analyses, each serving a specific purpose. These analyses may vary in method (e.g., karyotyping, CNV, or SNV detection), performer, software, devices used, or regions targeted. Comments For laboratory-type studies like GenomeStudy, type resources will be used for tracking additional metadata and workflow aspects of complex studies. ImagingStudy and the media element are somewhat overlapping - typically, the list of image references in the media element will also be found in one of the imaging study resources. However, each caters to different types of displays for different types of purposes. Neither, either, or both may be provided. Data type Reference(GenomicStudy \| ImagingStudy) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity)
supportingInfo		0..0	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.supportingInfo Short description Additional information supporting the diagnostic report Definition This backbone element contains supporting information that was used in the creation of the report not included in the results already included in the report. Data type BackboneElement Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
media	Σ	0..0	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.media Short description Key images or data associated with this report Alternate names DICOM, Slides, Scans Definition A list of key images or data associated with this report. The images or data are generally created during the diagnostic process, and may be directly of the patient, or of treated specimens (i.e. slides of interest). Requirements Many diagnostic services include images or data in the report as part of their service. Data type BackboneElement Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: OBX? rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].target
composition	C	0..0	Reference(Composition)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.composition Short description Reference to a Composition resource for the DiagnosticReport structure Definition Reference to a Composition resource instance that provides structure for organizing the contents of the DiagnosticReport. Comments The Composition provides structure to the content of the DiagnosticReport (and only contains contents referenced in the DiagnosticReport) - e.g., to order the sections of an anatomic pathology structured report. Data type Reference(Composition) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dgr-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) rim: .value.reference
conclusion		0..0	markdown	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusion Short description Clinical conclusion (interpretation) of test results Alternate names Report Definition Concise and clinically contextualized summary conclusion (interpretation/impression) of the diagnostic report. Requirements Need to be able to provide a conclusion that is not lost among the basic result data. Comments Systems are not required to have markdown support, so the text should be readable without markdown processing. The markdown syntax is GFM - see https://github.github.com/gfm/ Data type markdown Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: OBX rim: inboundRelationship[typeCode="SPRT"].source[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN, code=LOINC:48767-8].value (type=ST)
conclusionCode		0..1	CodeableConcept	Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode Short description Concept - reference to a terminology or just text Definition A concept that may be defined by a formal reference to a terminology or ontology or may be provided by text. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding SNOMED CT Clinical Findings SNOMEDCTClinicalFindings (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: OBX rim: inboundRelationship[typeCode=SPRT].source[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN, code=LOINC:54531-9].value (type=CD)
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
presentedForm	C	0..*	Attachment	Element id DiagnosticReport.presentedForm Short description Content in a format defined elsewhere Definition For referring to data content defined in other formats. Requirements Gives laboratory the ability to provide its own fully formatted report for clinical fidelity. Comments When providing a summary view (for example with Observation.value[x]) Attachment should be represented with a brief display text such as "Signed Procedure Consent". Data type Attachment Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` att-1: If the Attachment has data, it SHALL have a contentType `data.empty() or contentType.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: ED/RP rim: ED v2: OBX rim: text (type=ED)

Investigation (Observation)	C		Observation	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation Short description Measurements and simple assertions Alternate names Vital Signs, Measurement, Results, Tests Definition Measurements and simple assertions made about a patient, device or other subject. 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. Data type Observation Constraints dom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources `contained.contained.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-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-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists() dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label `contained.meta.security.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()` obs-6: dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present `dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: Entity, Role, or Act workflow: Event w5: clinical.diagnostics sct-concept: < 363787002 \|Observable entity\| v2: OBX rim: Observation[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN]
id	Σ	0..1	id	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.id Short description Logical id of this artifact Definition The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes. 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. Data type id
meta	Σ	0..1	Meta	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta Short description Metadata about the resource 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. Data type Meta Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
id		0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
versionId	Σ	0..1	id	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta.versionId Short description Version specific identifier Definition The version specific identifier, as it appears in the version portion of the URL. This value changes when the resource is created, updated, or deleted. Comments The server assigns this value, and ignores what the client specifies, except in the case that the server is imposing version integrity on updates/deletes. Data type id Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
lastUpdated	Σ	0..1	instant	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta.lastUpdated Short description When the resource version last changed Definition When the resource last changed - e.g. when the version changed. Comments This element is generally omitted in instances submitted in a PUT or POST. Instead, it is populated in the response instance and when retrieving information using a GET. The server / resource manager sets this value; what a client provides is irrelevant. This is equivalent to the HTTP Last-Modified and SHOULD have the same value on a read interaction. Data type instant Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
source	Σ	0..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta.source Short description Identifies where the resource comes from Definition A uri that identifies the source system of the resource. This provides a minimal amount of Provenance information that can be used to track or differentiate the source of information in the resource. The source may identify another FHIR server, document, message, database, etc. Comments The exact use of the source (and the possible implied Provenance.entity.role and agent.role) is left to implementer discretion. Only one nominated source is allowed; for additional provenance details, a full Provenance resource should be used. The source may correspond to Provenance.entity.what[x] or Provenance.agent.who[x], though it may be a more general or abstract reference. This element can be used to indicate where the current master source of a resource that has a canonical URL if the resource is no longer hosted at the canonical URL. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
profile	Σ	1..1	canonical(StructureDefinition)Fixed Value	Element id Observation.meta.profile Short description Profiles this resource claims to conform to Definition A list of profiles (references to StructureDefinition resources) that this resource claims to conform to. The URL is a reference to StructureDefinition.url. Comments It is up to the server and/or other infrastructure of policy to determine whether/how these claims are verified and/or updated over time. The list of profile URLs is a set. Data type canonical(StructureDefinition) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/StructureDefinition/profile-investigation Mappings rim: n/a
security	Σ C	0..*	CodingBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta.security Short description Security Labels applied to this resource Definition Security labels applied to this resource. These tags connect specific resources to the overall security policy and infrastructure. Comments The security labels can be updated without changing the stated version of the resource. The list of security labels is a set. Uniqueness is based the system/code, and version and display are ignored. Data type Coding Binding Security Labels from the Healthcare Privacy and Security Classification System. AllSecurityLabels (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding
tag	Σ C	0..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.meta.tag Short description Tags applied to this resource Definition Tags applied to this resource. Tags are intended to be used to identify and relate resources to process and workflow, and applications are not required to consider the tags when interpreting the meaning of a resource. Comments The tags can be updated without changing the stated version of the resource. The list of tags is a set. Uniqueness is based the system/code, and version and display are ignored. Data type Coding Binding Codes that represent various types of tags, commonly workflow-related; e.g. "Needs review by Dr. Jones". CommonTags (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding
implicitRules	Σ ?!	0..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.implicitRules Short description A set of rules under which this content was created 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. 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. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
language		0..1	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.language Short description Language of the resource content Definition The base language in which the resource is written. 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). Data type code Binding IETF language tag for a human language AllLanguages (required) Additional bindings CommonLanguages (starter) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
text	C	0..1	Narrative	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.text Short description Text summary of the resource, for human interpretation Alternate names narrative, html, xhtml, display 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. 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. Data type Narrative Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-6 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A rim: Act.text?
contained	C	0..*	Resource	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.contained Short description Contained, inline Resources Alternate names inline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources 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. 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. Data type Resource Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-2, dom-4, dom-3, dom-5 Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: N/A
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored Alternate names extensions, user content 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	Element id Observation.identifier Short description An identifier intended for computation Definition An identifier - identifies some entity uniquely and unambiguously. Typically this is used for business identifiers. Requirements Allows observations to be distinguished and referenced. Comments The rules of the identifier.type determine if a check digit is part of the ID value or sent separately, such as through the checkDigit extension. Data type Identifier Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier workflow: Event.identifier w5: FiveWs.identifier v2: OBX-21 For OBX segments from systems without OBX-21 support a combination of ORC/OBR and OBX must be negotiated between trading partners to uniquely identify the OBX segment. Depending on how V2 has been implemented each of these may be an option: 1) OBR-3 + OBX-3 + OBX-4 or 2) OBR-3 + OBR-4 + OBX-3 + OBX-4 or 3) some other way to uniquely ID the OBR/ORC + OBX-3 + OBX-4. rim: id
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id Observation.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/investigation-id Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
instantiates[x]	Σ	0..0		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.instantiates[x] Short description Instantiates FHIR ObservationDefinition 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. 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. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.instantiatesCanonical rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=DEFN].target
basedOn	Σ C	0..1	Reference(InvestigationOrder)	Element id Observation.basedOn Short description Fulfills plan, proposal or order Alternate names Fulfills 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. Requirements Allows tracing of authorization for the event and tracking whether proposals/recommendations were acted upon. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(InvestigationOrder) Allowed aggregation:bundled Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.basedOn v2: ORC rim: .inboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].source[moodCode=EVN]
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.basedOn.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.basedOn.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
reference	Σ C	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.basedOn.reference Short description Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL 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. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2, ref-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	0..1	uriBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.basedOn.type Short description Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources 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). 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. Data type uri Binding Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model). ResourceType (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	0..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.basedOn.identifier Short description Logical reference, when literal reference is not known 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. 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. Data type Identifier Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier rim: .identifier
display	Σ C	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.basedOn.display Short description Text alternative for the resource Definition Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
triggeredBy		0..0	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.triggeredBy Short description Triggering observation(s) Definition Identifies the observation(s) that triggered the performance of this observation. Data type BackboneElement Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: ORC rim: .inboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].source[moodCode=EVN]
partOf	Σ C	0..0	Reference(GenomicStudy \| ImagingStudy \| Immunization \| MedicationAdministration \| MedicationDispense \| MedicationStatement \| Procedure)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.partOf Short description Part of referenced event Alternate names Container Definition A larger event of which this particular Observation is a component or step. For example, an observation as part of a procedure. Comments To link an Observation to an Encounter use `encounter`. See the Notes below for guidance on referencing another Observation. Data type Reference(GenomicStudy \| ImagingStudy \| Immunization \| MedicationAdministration \| MedicationDispense \| MedicationStatement \| Procedure) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.partOf v2: Varies by domain rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=FLFS].target
status	Σ ?!	1..1	codeBindingPattern	Element id Observation.status Short description registered \| preliminary \| final \| amended + Definition The status of the result value. Requirements Need to track the status of individual results. Some results are finalized before the whole report is finalized. Comments This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid. Data type code Binding Codes providing the status of an observation. ObservationStatus (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Pattern final Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.status w5: FiveWs.status sct-concept: < 445584004 \|Report by finality status\| v2: OBX-11 rim: status Amended & Final are differentiated by whether it is the subject of a ControlAct event with a type of "revise"
category		1..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id Observation.category Short description Concept - reference to a terminology or just text Definition A concept that may be defined by a formal reference to a terminology or ontology or may be provided by text. Requirements Used for filtering what observations are retrieved and displayed. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes for high level observation categories. InvestigationCategoryValueSet (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples laboratory { "text": "laboratory" } imaging { "text": "imaging" } Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD w5: FiveWs.class rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode="COMP].target[classCode="LIST", moodCode="EVN"].code
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.category.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
code	Σ C	1..1	CodeableConcept	Element id Observation.code Short description Concept - reference to a terminology or just text Alternate names Name Definition A concept that may be defined by a formal reference to a terminology or ontology or may be provided by text. Requirements Knowing what kind of observation is being made is essential to understanding the observation. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes identifying names of simple observations. LOINCCodes (example) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-7 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD workflow: Event.code w5: FiveWs.what[x] sct-concept: < 363787002 \|Observable entity\| OR < 386053000 \|Evaluation procedure\| v2: OBX-3 rim: code sct-attr: 116680003 \|Is a\|
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.code.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
subject	Σ C	1..1	Reference(Patient)	Element id Observation.subject Short description A reference from one resource to another Definition A reference from one resource to another. Requirements Observations have no value if you don't know who or what they're about. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Patient) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.subject w5: FiveWs.subject[x] v2: PID-3 rim: participation[typeCode=RTGT]
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
reference	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.reference Short description Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL 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. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2, ref-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	1..1	uriBindingFixed Value	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.type Short description Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources 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). 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. Data type uri Binding Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model). ResourceType (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value Patient Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier Short description An identifier intended for computation Definition An identifier - identifies some entity uniquely and unambiguously. Typically this is used for business identifiers. Comments The rules of the identifier.type determine if a check digit is part of the ID value or sent separately, such as through the checkDigit extension. Data type Identifier Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier rim: .identifier
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/nric Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
display	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.subject.display Short description Text alternative for the resource Definition Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
focus	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Resource)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.focus Short description What the observation is about, when it is not about the subject of record 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. 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. Data type Reference(Resource) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) w5: FiveWs.subject[x] v2: OBX-3 rim: participation[typeCode=SBJ]
encounter	Σ C	0..1	Reference(Encounter)	Element id Observation.encounter Short description A reference from one resource to another Alternate names Context Definition A reference from one resource to another. Requirements For some observations it may be important to know the link between an observation and a particular encounter. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Encounter) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.encounter w5: FiveWs.context v2: PV1 rim: inboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].source[classCode=ENC, moodCode=EVN]
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
reference	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.reference Short description Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL 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. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2, ref-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	1..1	uriBindingFixed Value	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.type Short description Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources 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). 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. Data type uri Binding Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model). ResourceType (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value Encounter Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier Short description An identifier intended for computation Definition An identifier - identifies some entity uniquely and unambiguously. Typically this is used for business identifiers. Comments The rules of the identifier.type determine if a check digit is part of the ID value or sent separately, such as through the checkDigit extension. Data type Identifier Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier rim: .identifier
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/event-id Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
display	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.encounter.display Short description Text alternative for the resource Definition Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
effective[x]	Σ	0..0		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.effective[x] Short description Clinically relevant time/time-period for observation Alternate names Occurrence 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. Requirements Knowing when an observation was deemed true is important to its relevance as well as determining trends. 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. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.occurrence[x] w5: FiveWs.done[x] v2: OBX-14, and/or OBX-19 after v2.4 (depends on who observation made) rim: effectiveTime
issued	Σ	0..0	instant	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.issued Short description Date/Time this version was made available Definition The date and time this version of the observation was made available to providers, typically after the results have been reviewed and verified. 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. Data type instant Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a w5: FiveWs.recorded v2: OBR-22 (or MSH-7), or perhaps OBX-19 (depends on who observation made) rim: participation[typeCode=AUT].time
performer	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Practitioner)	Element id Observation.performer Short description Who is responsible for the observation Definition Who was responsible for asserting the observed value as "true". Requirements May give a degree of confidence in the observation and also indicates where follow-up questions should be directed. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Practitioner) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.performer.actor w5: FiveWs.actor v2: OBX-15 / (Practitioner) OBX-16, PRT-5:PRT-4='RO' / (Device) OBX-18 , PRT-10:PRT-4='EQUIP' / (Organization) OBX-23, PRT-8:PRT-4='PO' rim: participation[typeCode=PRF]
value[x]	Σ C	0..1	Quantity	Element id Observation.value[x] Short description Actual result Definition The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value. 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. Comments An observation may have: a single value here both a value and a set of related or component values only a set of related or component values. If a value is present, the datatype for this element should be determined by the `code`. CodeableConcept with just a text would be used instead of a string if the field was usually coded, or if the type associated with the `code` defines a coded value. Attachment is used if the observation result value is a binary file such as an image. If the observation result value is derived from the binary file (for example 'X' detected and here is the the proof in this image), the binary file may be directly represented using DocumentReference and referenced by `derivedFrom`. The usage of valueReference is restricted to the MolecularSequence resource when used as a definitional resource, not as a patient-specific finding. . For additional guidance, see the Notes section below. Data type Quantity Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-7, obs-6 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a sct-concept: < 441742003 \|Evaluation finding\| v2: OBX-2, OBX-5, OBX-6 rim: value sct-attr: 363714003 \|Interprets\|
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.value[x].id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.value[x].extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
value	Σ	1..1	decimal	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.value[x].value Short description Numerical value (with implicit precision) Definition The value of the measured amount. The value includes an implicit precision in the presentation of the value. Requirements Precision is handled implicitly in almost all cases of measurement. Comments The implicit precision in the value should always be honored. Monetary values have their own rules for handling precision (refer to standard accounting text books). Data type decimal Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: SN.2 / CQ - N/A rim: PQ.value, CO.value, MO.value, IVL.high or IVL.low depending on the value
comparator	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.value[x].comparator Short description < \| <= \| >= \| > \| ad - how to understand the value Definition How the value should be understood and represented - whether the actual value is greater or less than the stated value due to measurement issues; e.g. if the comparator is "<" , then the real value is < stated value. Requirements Need a framework for handling measures where the value is <5ug/L or >400mg/L due to the limitations of measuring methodology. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Meaning when missing* If there is no comparator, then there is no modification of the value Data type code Binding How the Quantity should be understood and represented. QuantityComparator (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: SN.1 / CQ.1 rim: IVL properties
unit	Σ	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.value[x].unit Short description Unit representation Definition A human-readable form of the unit. Requirements There are many representations for units of measure and in many contexts, particular representations are fixed and required. I.e. mcg for micrograms. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: (see OBX.6 etc.) / CQ.2 rim: PQ.unit
system	Σ C	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.value[x].system Short description System that defines coded unit form Definition The identification of the system that provides the coded form of the unit. Requirements Need to know the system that defines the coded form of the unit. Comments see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uniform_resource_identifier Data type uri Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: qty-3 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: (see OBX.6 etc.) / CQ.2 rim: CO.codeSystem, PQ.translation.codeSystem
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.value[x].code Short description Coded form of the unit Definition A computer processable form of the unit in some unit representation system. Requirements Need a computable form of the unit that is fixed across all forms. UCUM provides this for quantities, but SNOMED CT provides many units of interest. Comments The preferred system is UCUM, but SNOMED CT can also be used (for customary units) or ISO 4217 for currency. The context of use may additionally require a code from a particular system. Data type code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: qty-3 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: (see OBX.6 etc.) / CQ.2 rim: PQ.code, MO.currency, PQ.translation.code
dataAbsentReason	C	0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason Short description Concept - reference to a terminology or just text Definition A concept that may be defined by a formal reference to a terminology or ontology or may be provided by text. Requirements For many results it is necessary to handle exceptional values in measurements. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes specifying why the result (`Observation.value[x]`) is missing. AbnormalFlagValueSet (required) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-6 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: N/A rim: value.nullFlavor
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/CodeSystem/abnormal-flag Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.dataAbsentReason.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
interpretation		0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.interpretation Short description High, low, normal, etc Alternate names Abnormal Flag Definition A categorical assessment of an observation value. For example, high, low, normal. Requirements For some results, particularly numeric results, an interpretation is necessary to fully understand the significance of a result. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes identifying interpretations of observations. ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD sct-concept: < 260245000 \|Findings values\| v2: OBX-8 rim: interpretationCode sct-attr: 363713009 \|Has interpretation\|
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.interpretation.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.interpretation.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	0..0	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.interpretation.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
text	Σ	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.interpretation.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
note		0..1	Annotation	Element id Observation.note Short description Text node with attribution Definition A text note which also contains information about who made the statement and when. Requirements Need to be able to provide free text additional information. Comments For systems that do not have structured annotations, they can simply communicate a single annotation with no author or time. This element may need to be included in narrative because of the potential for modifying information. Annotations SHOULD NOT be used to communicate "modifying" information that could be computable. (This is a SHOULD because enforcing user behavior is nearly impossible). Data type Annotation Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Act v2: NTE-3 (partner NTE to OBX, or sometimes another (child?) OBX) rim: subjectOf.observationEvent[code="annotation"].value
bodySite	C	0..0	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.bodySite Short description Observed body part Definition Indicates the site on the subject's body where the observation was made (i.e. the target site). 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding SNOMED CT Body site concepts SNOMEDCTBodyStructures (example) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-8 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD sct-concept: < 123037004 \|Body structure\| v2: OBX-20 rim: targetSiteCode sct-attr: 718497002 \|Inherent location\|
bodyStructure	C	0..0	Reference(BodyStructure)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.bodyStructure Short description Observed body structure Definition Indicates the body structure on the subject's body where the observation was made (i.e. the target site). 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. Data type Reference(BodyStructure) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-8 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) rim: targetSiteCode
method		0..0	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.method Short description How it was done Definition Indicates the mechanism used to perform the observation. Requirements In some cases, method can impact results and is thus used for determining whether results can be compared or determining significance of results. Comments Only used if not implicit in code for Observation.code. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Methods for simple observations. ObservationMethods (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: OBX-17 rim: methodCode
specimen	C	0..1	Reference(Specimen)	Element id Observation.specimen Short description Specimen used for this observation Definition The specimen that was used when this observation was made. 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). Data type Reference(Specimen) Allowed aggregation:bundled Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` 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)` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) sct-concept: < 123038009 \|Specimen\| v2: SPM segment rim: participation[typeCode=SPC].specimen sct-attr: 704319004 \|Inherent in\|
device	C	0..0	Reference(Device)	Element id Observation.device Short description A reference to the device that generates the measurements or the device settings for the device Definition A 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. Data type Reference(Device) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) sct-concept: < 49062001 \|Device\| v2: OBX-17 / PRT -10 rim: participation[typeCode=DEV] sct-attr: 424226004 \|Using device\|
referenceRange	C	0..1	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange Short description Provides guide for interpretation 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. 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. 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. Data type BackboneElement Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` obs-3: Must have at least a low or a high or text `low.exists() or high.exists() or text.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: OBX-7 rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=REFV]/target[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN]
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized Alternate names extensions, user content, modifiers 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
low	C	0..0	SimpleQuantity	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.low Short description Low Range, if relevant 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). Comments The context of use may frequently define what kind of quantity this is and therefore what kind of units can be used. The context of use may also restrict the values for the comparator. Data type SimpleQuantity Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-3 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` qty-3: If a code for the unit is present, the system SHALL also be present `code.empty() or system.exists()` sqty-1: The comparator is not used on a SimpleQuantity `comparator.empty()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: SN (see also Range) or CQ rim: PQ, IVL<PQ>, MO, CO, depending on the values v2: OBX-7 rim: value:IVL_PQ.low
high	C	0..0	SimpleQuantity	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.high Short description High Range, if relevant 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). Comments The context of use may frequently define what kind of quantity this is and therefore what kind of units can be used. The context of use may also restrict the values for the comparator. Data type SimpleQuantity Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-3 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` qty-3: If a code for the unit is present, the system SHALL also be present `code.empty() or system.exists()` sqty-1: The comparator is not used on a SimpleQuantity `comparator.empty()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: SN (see also Range) or CQ rim: PQ, IVL<PQ>, MO, CO, depending on the values v2: OBX-7 rim: value:IVL_PQ.high
normalValue		0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.normalValue Short description Normal value, if relevant Definition The value of the normal value of the reference range. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes identifying the normal value of the observation. ObservationReferenceRangeNormalValueCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: OBX-7 rim: value:IVL_PQ.normal
type		0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.type Short description Reference range qualifier Definition Codes to indicate the what part of the targeted reference population it applies to. For example, the normal or therapeutic range. Requirements Need to be able to say what kind of reference range this is - normal, recommended, therapeutic, etc., - for proper interpretation. Comments This SHOULD be populated if there is more than one range. If this element is not present then the normal range is assumed. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Code for the meaning of a reference range. ObservationReferenceRangeMeaningCodes (preferred) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD sct-concept: < 260245000 \|Findings values\| OR < 365860008 \|General clinical state finding\| OR < 250171008 \|Clinical history or observation findings\| OR < 415229000 \|Racial group\| OR < 365400002 \|Finding of puberty stage\| OR < 443938003 \|Procedure carried out on subject\| v2: OBX-10 rim: interpretationCode
appliesTo		0..0	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.appliesTo Short description Reference range population 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. Requirements Need to be able to identify the target population for proper interpretation. Comments This SHOULD be populated if there is more than one range. If this element is not present then the normal population is assumed. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes identifying the population the reference range applies to. ObservationReferenceRangeAppliesToCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD sct-concept: < 260245000 \|Findings values\| OR < 365860008 \|General clinical state finding\| OR < 250171008 \|Clinical history or observation findings\| OR < 415229000 \|Racial group\| OR < 365400002 \|Finding of puberty stage\| OR < 443938003 \|Procedure carried out on subject\| v2: OBX-10 rim: interpretationCode
age	C	0..0	Range	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.age Short description Applicable age range, if relevant 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. Requirements Some analytes vary greatly over age. Comments The stated low and high value are assumed to have arbitrarily high precision when it comes to determining which values are in the range. I.e. 1.99 is not in the range 2 -> 3. Data type Range Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` rng-2: If present, low SHALL have a lower value than high `low.value.empty() or high.value.empty() or low.lowBoundary().comparable(high.highBoundary()).not() or (low.lowBoundary() <= high.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: NR and also possibly SN (but see also quantity) rim: IVL<QTY[not(type="TS")]> [lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"]or URG<QTY[not(type="TS")]> rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=PRCN].targetObservationCriterion[code="age"].value
text	C	1..1	markdown	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.referenceRange.text Short description Text based reference range in an observation 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". Comments Systems are not required to have markdown support, so the text should be readable without markdown processing. The markdown syntax is GFM - see https://github.github.com/gfm/ Data type markdown Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-3 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: OBX-7 rim: value:ST
hasMember	Σ C	0..0	Reference(MolecularSequence \| Observation \| QuestionnaireResponse)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.hasMember Short description Related resource that belongs to the Observation group 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. 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. Data type Reference(MolecularSequence \| Observation \| QuestionnaireResponse) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: Relationships established by OBX-4 usage rim: outBoundRelationship
derivedFrom	Σ C	0..0	Reference(DocumentReference \| GenomicStudy \| ImagingSelection \| ImagingStudy \| MolecularSequence \| Observation \| QuestionnaireResponse)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.derivedFrom Short description Related resource from which the observation is made 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. 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. Data type Reference(DocumentReference \| GenomicStudy \| ImagingSelection \| ImagingStudy \| MolecularSequence \| Observation \| QuestionnaireResponse) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: Relationships established by OBX-4 usage rim: .targetObservation
component	Σ C	0..*	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component Short description Component results 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. 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. Comments For a discussion on the ways Observations can be assembled in groups together see Notes below. Data type BackboneElement Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-7 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: containment by OBX-4? rim: outBoundRelationship[typeCode=COMP]
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized Alternate names extensions, user content, modifiers 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
code	Σ C	1..1	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code Short description Type of component observation (code / type) Definition Describes what was observed. Sometimes this is called the observation "code". Requirements Knowing what kind of observation is being made is essential to understanding the observation. Comments All code-value and component.code-component.value pairs need to be taken into account to correctly understand the meaning of the observation. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes identifying names of simple observations. LOINCCodes (example) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: obs-7 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD w5: FiveWs.what[x] sct-concept: < 363787002 \|Observable entity\| OR < 386053000 \|Evaluation procedure\| v2: OBX-3 rim: code
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..1	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.code.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
value[x]	Σ	1..1		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.value[x] Short description Actual component result Definition The information determined as a result of making the observation, if the information has a simple value. 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. 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. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a sct-concept: 363714003 \|Interprets\| < 441742003 \|Evaluation finding\| v2: OBX-2, OBX-5, OBX-6 rim: value sct-attr: 363714003 \|Interprets\|
valueQuantity			Quantity	Data type Quantity
dataAbsentReason		0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason Short description Why the component result is missing Definition Provides a reason why the expected value in the element Observation.component.value[x] is missing. Requirements For many results it is necessary to handle exceptional values in measurements. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes specifying why the result (`Observation.value[x]`) is missing. AbnormalFlagValueSet (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: N/A rim: value.nullFlavor
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..1	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/CodeSystem/abnormal-flag Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.dataAbsentReason.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
interpretation		0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.interpretation Short description High, low, normal, etc Alternate names Abnormal Flag Definition A categorical assessment of an observation value. For example, high, low, normal. Requirements For some results, particularly numeric results, an interpretation is necessary to fully understand the significance of a result. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Codes identifying interpretations of observations. ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD sct-concept: < 260245000 \|Findings values\| v2: OBX-8 rim: interpretationCode sct-attr: 363713009 \|Has interpretation\|
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.interpretation.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.interpretation.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	0..0	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.interpretation.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
text	Σ	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.interpretation.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
referenceRange		0..1	see (referenceRange)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id Observation.component.referenceRange Short description Provides guide for interpretation of component result Definition Guidance on how to interpret the value by comparison to a normal or recommended range. 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. 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. Mappings v2: OBX-7 rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=REFV]/target[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN]

InvestigationOrder (ServiceRequest)	C		ServiceRequest	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest Short description A request for a service to be performed Alternate names diagnostic request, referral, referral request, transfer of care request Definition A record of a request for service such as diagnostic investigations, treatments, or operations to be performed. Data type ServiceRequest Constraints dom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources `contained.contained.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-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-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists() dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label `contained.meta.security.empty()` bdystr-1: bodyStructure SHALL only be present if bodySite is not present `bodySite.exists() implies bodyStructure.empty()` prr-1: orderDetail SHALL only be present if code is present `orderDetail.empty() or code.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: Entity, Role, or Act workflow: Request w5: clinical.general v2: ORC rim: Act[moodCode<=INT]
id	Σ	0..1	id	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.id Short description Logical id of this artifact Definition The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes. 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. Data type id
meta	Σ	0..1	Meta	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.meta Short description Metadata about the resource 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. Data type Meta Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
implicitRules	Σ ?!	0..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.implicitRules Short description A set of rules under which this content was created 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. 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. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
language		0..1	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.language Short description Language of the resource content Definition The base language in which the resource is written. 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). Data type code Binding IETF language tag for a human language AllLanguages (required) Additional bindings CommonLanguages (starter) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
text	C	0..1	Narrative	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.text Short description Text summary of the resource, for human interpretation Alternate names narrative, html, xhtml, display 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. 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. Data type Narrative Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-6 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A rim: Act.text?
contained	C	0..*	Resource	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.contained Short description Contained, inline Resources Alternate names inline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources 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. 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. Data type Resource Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-2, dom-4, dom-3, dom-5 Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: N/A
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
orderingInstitution	C	0..1	Extension(Reference(Organization))	Element id ServiceRequest.extension:orderingInstitution Short description Ordering Institution Information Alternate names extensions, user content Definition Extension for capturing ordering institution information in ServiceRequest 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. Data type Extension(Reference(Organization)) Extension URL https://fhir.synapxe.sg/StructureDefinition/ext-orderingInstitution Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored Alternate names extensions, user content 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	Element id ServiceRequest.identifier Short description An identifier intended for computation Definition An identifier - identifies some entity uniquely and unambiguously. Typically this is used for business identifiers. Comments The rules of the identifier.type determine if a check digit is part of the ID value or sent separately, such as through the checkDigit extension. Data type Identifier Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier workflow: Request.identifier w5: FiveWs.identifier v2: ORC-2, ORC-3, RF1-6 / RF1-11, rim: .identifier quick: ClinicalStatement.identifier
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/order-no Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
instantiatesCanonical	Σ	0..0	canonical(ActivityDefinition \| PlanDefinition)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.instantiatesCanonical Short description Instantiates FHIR protocol or definition Definition The URL pointing to a FHIR-defined protocol, guideline, orderset or other definition that is adhered to in whole or in part by this ServiceRequest. Comments The PlanDefinition resource is used to describe series, sequences, or groups of actions to be taken, while the ActivityDefinition resource is used to define each specific step or activity to be performed. More information can be found in the Boundaries and Relationships section for PlanDefinition. Data type canonical(ActivityDefinition \| PlanDefinition) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.instantiatesCanonical v2: Varies by domain rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=DEFN].target
instantiatesUri	Σ	0..0	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.instantiatesUri Short description Instantiates external protocol or definition Definition The URL pointing to an externally maintained protocol, guideline, orderset or other definition that is adhered to in whole or in part by this ServiceRequest. Comments This might be an HTML page, PDF, etc. or could just be a non-resolvable URI identifier. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.instantiatesUri v2: Varies by domain rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=DEFN].target
basedOn	Σ C	0..0	Reference(CarePlan \| MedicationRequest \| ServiceRequest)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.basedOn Short description What request fulfills Alternate names fulfills Definition Plan/proposal/order fulfilled by this request. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(CarePlan \| MedicationRequest \| ServiceRequest) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.basedOn v2: ORC-8 (plus others) rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=FLFS].target
replaces	Σ C	0..0	Reference(ServiceRequest)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.replaces Short description What request replaces Alternate names supersedes, prior, renewed order Definition The request takes the place of the referenced completed or terminated request(s). Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(ServiceRequest) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.replaces v2: Handled by message location of ORC (ORC-1=RO or RU) rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=RPLC].target
requisition	Σ C	0..0	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requisition Short description Composite Request ID Alternate names grouperId, groupIdentifier Definition A shared identifier common to all service requests that were authorized more or less simultaneously by a single author, representing the composite or group identifier. Requirements Some business processes need to know if multiple items were ordered as part of the same "requisition" for billing or other purposes. Comments Requests are linked either by a "basedOn" relationship (i.e. one request is fulfilling another) or by having a common requisition. Requests that are part of the same requisition are generally treated independently from the perspective of changing their state or maintaining them after initial creation. Data type Identifier Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier workflow: Request.groupIdentifier v2: ORC-4 rim: .inboundRelationship(typeCode=COMP].source[moodCode=INT].identifier
status	Σ ?!	1..1	codeBindingPattern	Element id ServiceRequest.status Short description draft \| active \| on-hold \| revoked \| completed \| entered-in-error \| unknown Definition The status of the order. Comments The status is generally fully in the control of the requester - they determine whether the order is draft or active and, after it has been activated, competed, revoked or placed on-hold. States relating to the activities of the performer are reflected on either the corresponding event (see Event Pattern for general discussion) or using the Task resource. Data type code Binding The status of a service order. RequestStatus (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Pattern completed Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.status w5: FiveWs.status v2: ORC-5,RF1-1 rim: .status quick: Action.currentStatus
intent	Σ ?!	1..1	codeBindingPattern	Element id ServiceRequest.intent Short description proposal \| plan \| directive \| order + Definition Whether the request is a proposal, plan, an original order or a reflex order. Comments This element is labeled as a modifier because the intent alters when and how the resource is actually applicable. Data type code Binding The kind of service request. RequestIntent (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Pattern order Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.intent w5: FiveWs.class v2: N/A rim: .moodCode (nuances beyond PRP/PLAN/RQO would need to be elsewhere)
category	Σ	0..0	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.category Short description Classification of service Definition A code that classifies the service for searching, sorting and display purposes (e.g. "Surgical Procedure"). Requirements Used for filtering what service request are retrieved and displayed. Comments There may be multiple axis of categorization depending on the context or use case for retrieving or displaying the resource. The level of granularity is defined by the category concepts in the value set. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Classification of the requested service. ServiceRequestCategoryCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD w5: FiveWs.class v2: RF1-5 rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode="COMP].target[classCode="LIST", moodCode="INT"].code
priority	Σ	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.priority Short description routine \| urgent \| asap \| stat Definition Indicates how quickly the ServiceRequest should be addressed with respect to other requests. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Meaning when missing* If missing, this task should be performed with normal priority Data type code Binding Identifies the level of importance to be assigned to actioning the request. RequestPriority (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.priority w5: FiveWs.grade v2: TQ1.9, RF1-2 rim: .priorityCode
doNotPerform	Σ ?!	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.doNotPerform Short description True if service/procedure should not be performed Definition Set this to true if the record is saying that the service/procedure should NOT be performed. Requirements Used for do not ambulate, do not elevate head of bed, do not flush NG tube, do not take blood pressure on a certain arm, etc. Comments In general, only the code and timeframe will be present, though occasional additional qualifiers such as body site or even performer could be included to narrow the scope of the prohibition. If the ServiceRequest.code and ServiceRequest.doNotPerform both contain negation, that will reinforce prohibition and should not have a double negative interpretation. Meaning when missing If missing, the request is a positive request e.g. "do perform" Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.doNotPerform rim: .actionNegationInd
code	Σ C	0..0	CodeableReference(ActivityDefinition \| PlanDefinition)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.code Short description What is being requested/ordered Alternate names service requested Definition A code or reference that identifies a particular service (i.e., procedure, diagnostic investigation, or panel of investigations) that have been requested. Comments Many laboratory and radiology procedure codes embed the specimen/organ system in the test order name, for example, serum or serum/plasma glucose, or a chest x-ray. The specimen might not be recorded separately from the test code. Data type CodeableReference(ActivityDefinition \| PlanDefinition) Binding Codes for tests or services that can be carried out by a designated individual, organization or healthcare service. For laboratory, LOINC is preferred and a valueset using LOINC Order codes is available here. ProcedureCodesSNOMEDCT (example) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: prr-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.code w5: FiveWs.what[x] v2: PR1-3 / OBR-4 (varies by domain) rim: .code quick: Procedure.procedureCode
orderDetail	Σ C	0..0	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.orderDetail Short description Additional order information Alternate names detailed instructions Definition Additional details and instructions about the how the services are to be delivered. For example, and order for a urinary catheter may have an order detail for an external or indwelling catheter, or an order for a bandage may require additional instructions specifying how the bandage should be applied. Comments For information from the medical record intended to support the delivery of the requested services, use the `supportingInformation` element. Data type BackboneElement Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: prr-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: NTE
quantity[x]	Σ	0..0		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.quantity[x] Short description Service amount Definition An amount of service being requested which can be a quantity ( for example $1,500 home modification), a ratio ( for example, 20 half day visits per month), or a range (2.0 to 1.8 Gy per fraction). Requirements When ordering a service the number of service items may need to be specified separately from the the service item. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: NTE rim: .quantity
subject	Σ C	1..1	Reference(Patient)	Element id ServiceRequest.subject Short description A reference from one resource to another Definition A reference from one resource to another. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Patient) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.subject w5: FiveWs.subject[x] v2: PID rim: .participation[typeCode=SBJ].role quick: ClinicalStatement.subject
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
reference	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.reference Short description Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL 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. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2, ref-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	1..1	uriBindingFixed Value	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.type Short description Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources 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). 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. Data type uri Binding Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model). ResourceType (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value Patient Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier Short description An identifier intended for computation Definition An identifier - identifies some entity uniquely and unambiguously. Typically this is used for business identifiers. Comments The rules of the identifier.type determine if a check digit is part of the ID value or sent separately, such as through the checkDigit extension. Data type Identifier Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier rim: .identifier
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/NamingSystem/nric Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
display	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.subject.display Short description Text alternative for the resource Definition Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
focus	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Resource)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.focus Short description What the service request is about, when it is not about the subject of record Definition The actual focus of a service request when it is not the subject of record representing something or someone associated with the subject such as a spouse, parent, fetus, or donor. The focus of a service request could also be an existing condition, an intervention, the subject's diet, another service request on the subject, or a body structure such as tumor or implanted device. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Resource) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) w5: FiveWs.subject[x] rim: participation[typeCode=SBJ]
encounter	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Encounter)	Element id ServiceRequest.encounter Short description Encounter in which the request was created Alternate names context Definition An encounter that provides additional information about the healthcare context in which this request is made. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Encounter) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.encounter w5: FiveWs.context v2: PV1 rim: .inboundRelationship(typeCode=COMP].source[classCode<=PCPR, moodCode=EVN] quick: ClinicalStatement.encounter
occurrence[x]	Σ	0..0		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.occurrence[x] Short description When service should occur Alternate names schedule Definition The date/time at which the requested service should occur. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.occurrence[x] w5: FiveWs.planned v2: TQ1/TQ2, OBR-7/OBR-8 rim: .effectiveTime quick: Procedure.procedureSchedule
asNeeded[x]	Σ	0..0		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.asNeeded[x] Short description Preconditions for service Definition If a CodeableConcept is present, it indicates the pre-condition for performing the service. For example "pain", "on flare-up", etc. Binding A coded concept identifying the pre-condition that should hold prior to performing a procedure. For example "pain", "on flare-up", etc. SNOMEDCTMedicationAsNeededReasonCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: boolean: precondition.negationInd (inversed - so negationInd = true means asNeeded=false CodeableConcept: precondition.observationEventCriterion[code="Assertion"].value quick: Proposal.prnReason.reason
authoredOn	Σ	1..1	dateTime	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.authoredOn Short description Date request signed Alternate names orderedOn Definition When the request transitioned to being actionable. Comments UTC offset is allowed for dates and partial dates Data type dateTime Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.authoredOn w5: FiveWs.recorded v2: ORC-9, RF1-7 / RF1-9 rim: .participation[typeCode=AUT].time quick: Proposal.proposedAtTime
requester	Σ C	1..1	Reference(Practitioner)	Element id ServiceRequest.requester Short description A reference from one resource to another Alternate names author, orderer Definition A reference from one resource to another. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Practitioner) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.requester w5: FiveWs.author v2: ORC-12, PRT rim: .participation[typeCode=AUT].role quick: ClinicalStatement.statementAuthor
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
reference	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.reference Short description Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL 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. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2, ref-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	1..1	uriBindingFixed Value	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.type Short description Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient") - must be a resource in resources 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). 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. Data type uri Binding Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model). ResourceType (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value Practitioner Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	Σ C	1..1	Identifier	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier Short description An identifier intended for computation Definition An identifier - identifies some entity uniquely and unambiguously. Typically this is used for business identifiers. Comments The rules of the identifier.type determine if a check digit is part of the ID value or sent separately, such as through the checkDigit extension. Data type Identifier Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier rim: .identifier
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..0	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..0	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. 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. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. IdentifierTypeCodes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. 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. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Value alternatives ?? ?? ?? ?? Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..0	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. 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. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
display	Σ C	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.requester.display Short description Text alternative for the resource Definition Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference. 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. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ref-2 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
performerType	Σ	0..0	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.performerType Short description Performer role Alternate names specialty Definition Desired type of performer for doing the requested service. Comments This is a role, not a participation type. In other words, does not describe the task but describes the capacity. For example, “compounding pharmacy”, “psychiatrist” or “internal referral”. Data type CodeableConcept Binding Indicates specific responsibility of an individual within the care team, such as "Primary physician", "Team coordinator", "Caregiver", etc. ParticipantRoles (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD workflow: Request.performerType w5: FiveWs.actor v2: PRT, RF1-3 rim: .participation[typeCode=PRF].role[scoper.determinerCode=KIND].code
performer	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Practitioner)	Element id ServiceRequest.performer Short description Requested performer Alternate names request recipient Definition The desired performer for doing the requested service. For example, the surgeon, dermatopathologist, endoscopist, etc. Comments If multiple performers are present, it is interpreted as a list of alternative performers without any preference regardless of order. If order of preference is needed use the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/request-performerOrder. Use CareTeam to represent a group of performers (for example, Practitioner A and Practitioner B). Data type Reference(Practitioner) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.performer w5: FiveWs.actor v2: PRT, Practitioner: PRD-2/PRD-7 where PRD-3 = RT; Organization: PRD-10 where PRD-3 = RT rim: .participation[typeCode=PRF].role[scoper.determinerCode=INSTANCE]
location	Σ	0..0	CodeableReference(Location)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.location Short description Requested location Definition The preferred location(s) where the procedure should actually happen in coded or free text form. E.g. at home or nursing day care center. Data type CodeableReference(Location) Binding A location type where services are delivered. http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v3-ServiceDeliveryLocationRoleType (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a w5: FiveWs.actor rim: .participation[typeCode=LOC].role[scoper.determinerCode=KIND].code
reason	Σ	0..*	CodeableReference(Condition \| Observation \| Procedure)	Element id ServiceRequest.reason Short description Explanation/Justification for procedure or service Definition An explanation or justification for why this service is being requested in coded or textual form. This is often for billing purposes. May relate to the resources referred to in `supportingInfo`. Comments This element represents why the referral is being made and may be used to decide how the service will be performed, or even if it will be performed at all. To be as specific as possible, a reference to Observation or Condition should be used if available. Otherwise, use `concept.text` element if the data is free (uncoded) text as shown in the CT Scan example. Data type CodeableReference(Condition \| Observation \| Procedure) Binding SNOMED CT Condition/Problem/Diagnosis Codes ProcedureReasonCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.reason w5: FiveWs.why[x] v2: ORC-16, RF1-10 rim: .reasonCode
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
concept	Σ	1..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept Short description Concept - reference to a terminology or just text Definition A concept that may be defined by a formal reference to a terminology or ontology or may be provided by text. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding ReasonForInvestigationValueSet (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD rim: N/A
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
coding	Σ C	1..*	Coding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding Short description Code defined by a terminology system Definition A reference to a code defined by a terminology system. Requirements Allows for alternative encodings within a code system, and translations to other code systems. 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. 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. Data type Coding Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` cod-1: A Coding SHOULD NOT have a display unless a code is also present. Computation on Coding.display alone is generally unsafe. Consider using CodeableConcept.text `code.exists().not() implies display.exists().not()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE subset one of the sets of component 1-3 or 4-6 rim: CV orim: fhir:Coding rdfs:subClassOf dt:CDCoding v2: CE.1-8, CE.10-22 rim: union(., ./translation) orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.coding rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.coding
id		0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..0	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints 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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
system	Σ	1..1	uriFixed Value	Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding.system Short description Identity of the terminology system Definition The identification of the code system that defines the meaning of the symbol in the code. Requirements Need to be unambiguous about the source of the definition of the symbol. Comments The URI may be an OID (urn:oid:...) or a UUID (urn:uuid:...). OIDs and UUIDs SHALL be references to the HL7 OID registry. Otherwise, the URI should come from HL7's list of FHIR defined special URIs or it should be an absolute reference to some definition that establishes the system clearly and unambiguously. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Fixed value https://fhir.synapxe.sg/CodeSystem/reason-for-investigation Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.3 rim:* ./codeSystem orim: fhir:Coding.system rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystem
version	Σ	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding.version Short description Version of the system - if relevant Definition The version of the code system which was used when choosing this code. Note that a well-maintained code system does not need the version reported, because the meaning of codes is consistent across versions. However this cannot consistently be assured, and when the meaning is not guaranteed to be consistent, the version SHOULD be exchanged. Comments Where the terminology does not clearly define what string should be used to identify code system versions, the recommendation is to use the date (expressed in FHIR date format) on which that version was officially published as the version date. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.7 rim:* ./codeSystemVersion orim: fhir:Coding.version rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.codeSystemVersion
code	Σ C	1..1	code	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding.code Short description Symbol in syntax defined by the system Definition A symbol in syntax defined by the system. The symbol may be a predefined code or an expression in a syntax defined by the coding system (e.g. post-coordination). Requirements Need to refer to a particular code in the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* code Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.1 rim:* ./code orim: fhir:Coding.code rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.code
display	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding.display Short description Representation defined by the system Definition A representation of the meaning of the code in the system, following the rules of the system. Requirements Need to be able to carry a human-readable meaning of the code for readers that do not know the system. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: cod-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.2 - but note this is not well followed rim:* CV.displayName orim: fhir:Coding.display rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CDCoding.displayName
userSelected	Σ	0..0	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.coding.userSelected Short description If this coding was chosen directly by the user Definition Indicates that this coding was chosen by a user directly - e.g. off a pick list of available items (codes or displays). Requirements This has been identified as a clinical safety criterium - that this exact system/code pair was chosen explicitly, rather than inferred by the system based on some rules or language processing. Comments Amongst a set of alternatives, a directly chosen code is the most appropriate starting point for new translations. There is some ambiguity about what exactly 'directly chosen' implies, and trading partner agreement may be needed to clarify the use of this element and its consequences more completely. Data type boolean Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: Sometimes implied by being first rim: CD.codingRationale orim: fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:mapsTo dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected fhir:hasMap fhir:Coding.userSelected.map. fhir:Coding.userSelected.map a fhir:Map; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale. fhir:Coding.userSelected\#true a [ fhir:source "true"; fhir:target dt:CDCoding.codingRationale\#O ]
text	Σ	0..0	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.concept.text Short description Plain text representation of the concept 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. 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. Comments Very often the text is the same as a displayName of one of the codings. Data type string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE.9. But note many systems use CE.2 for this rim: ./originalText[mediaType/code="text/plain"]/data orim: fhir:CodeableConcept.text rdfs:subPropertyOf dt:CD.originalText
reference	Σ C	0..0	Reference	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.reason.reference Short description Reference to a resource (by instance) Definition A reference to a resource the provides exact details about the information being referenced. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) rim: N/A
insurance	C	0..0	Reference(ClaimResponse \| Coverage)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.insurance Short description Associated insurance coverage Definition Insurance plans, coverage extensions, pre-authorizations and/or pre-determinations that may be needed for delivering the requested service. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(ClaimResponse \| Coverage) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.insurance v2: IN1/IN2 rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=COVBY].target
supportingInfo		0..0	CodeableReference(Resource)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.supportingInfo Short description Additional clinical information Alternate names Ask at order entry question, AOE Definition Additional clinical information about the patient or specimen that may influence the services or their interpretations. This information includes diagnosis, clinical findings and other observations. In laboratory ordering these are typically referred to as "ask at order entry questions (AOEs)". This includes observations explicitly requested by the producer (filler) to provide context or supporting information needed to complete the order. For example, reporting the amount of inspired oxygen for blood gas measurements. Comments To represent information about how the services are to be delivered use the `instructions` element. Data type CodeableReference(Resource) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Request.supportingInfo v2: Accompanying segments rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=PERT].target
specimen	Σ C	0..0	Reference(Specimen)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.specimen Short description Procedure Samples Definition One or more specimens that the laboratory procedure will use. Comments The purpose of the ServiceRequest.specimen is to reflect the actual specimen that the requested test/procedure is asked to be performed on, whether the lab already has it or not. References to specimens for purposes other than to perform a test/procedure on should be made using the ServiceRequest.supportingInfo or the Specimen.parent where the Specimen.parent would enable descendency and ServiceRequest.supportingInfo a general reference for context. Data type Reference(Specimen) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: SPM rim: .participation[typeCode=SPC].role
bodySite	Σ C	0..0	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.bodySite Short description Coded location on Body Alternate names location Definition Anatomic location where the procedure should be performed. This is the target site. Requirements Knowing where the procedure is performed is important for tracking if multiple sites are possible. Comments Only used if not implicit in the code found in ServiceRequest.code. If the use case requires BodySite to be handled as a separate resource instead of an inline coded element (e.g. to identify and track separately) then use the standard extension http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/procedure-targetBodyStructure. Data type CodeableConcept Binding SNOMED CT Body site concepts SNOMEDCTBodyStructures (example) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: bdystr-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: SPM rim: targetSiteCode quick: Procedure.targetBodySite
bodyStructure	Σ C	0..0	Reference(BodyStructure)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.bodyStructure Short description BodyStructure-based location on the body Alternate names locationStructure Definition Anatomic location where the procedure should be performed. This is the target site. Requirements Knowing where the procedure is performed is important for tracking if multiple sites are possible. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(BodyStructure) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: bdystr-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: SPM rim: targetSiteCode quick: Procedure.targetBodyStructure
note		0..0	Annotation	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.note Short description Comments Definition Any other notes and comments made about the service request. For example, internal billing notes. Comments For systems that do not have structured annotations, they can simply communicate a single annotation with no author or time. This element may need to be included in narrative because of the potential for modifying information. Annotations SHOULD NOT be used to communicate "modifying" information that could be computable. (This is a SHOULD because enforcing user behavior is nearly impossible). Data type Annotation Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Act workflow: Request.note v2: NTE rim: .inboundRelationship(typeCode=SUBJ].source[classCode=ANNGEN, moodCode=EVN].value[xsi:type=ST] quick: ClinicalStatement.additionalText
patientInstruction		0..0	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id ServiceRequest.patientInstruction Short description Patient or consumer-oriented instructions Definition Instructions in terms that are understood by the patient or consumer. Data type BackboneElement Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: NTE rim: .text
relevantHistory	C	0..0	Reference(Provenance)	Element id ServiceRequest.relevantHistory Short description Request provenance Definition Key events in the history of the request. Comments This might not include provenances for all versions of the request – only those deemed “relevant” or important. This SHALL NOT include the Provenance associated with this current version of the resource. (If that provenance is deemed to be a “relevant” change, it will need to be added as part of a later update. Until then, it can be queried directly as the Provenance that points to this version using _revinclude All Provenances should have some historical version of this Request as their subject. Data type Reference(Provenance) Allowed aggregation:contained Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Request.relevantHistory v2: N/A rim: .inboundRelationship(typeCode=SUBJ].source[classCode=CACT, moodCode=EVN]

API Specification

See DiagnosticReport.$submit for the API specification to submit radiology reports.

Terminologies

Path	Binding Strength	Value Set (Code System)	Description
DiagnosticReport.language	required	http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/all-languages\|5.0.0	IETF language tag for a human language
DiagnosticReport.status	required	http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/diagnostic-report-status\|5.0.0	The status of the diagnostic report.
DiagnosticReport.category	required	http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/diagnostic-service-sections	HL7 V2 table 0074
DiagnosticReport.code	preferred	http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/report-codes	LOINC Codes for Diagnostic Reports
DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.type	extensible	http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/resource-types	Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).
DiagnosticReport.result.type	extensible	http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/resource-types	Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).
DiagnosticReport.supportingInfo.type	example	http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v2-0936	The code value for the role of the supporting information in the diagnostic report.
DiagnosticReport.conclusionCode	example	http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/clinical-findings	SNOMED CT Clinical Findings

XML to FHIR Mapping

XML element	FHIR mapping
`radiologyResult/recordIdentifier`	`DiagnosticReport.identifier`
`radiologyResult/accessionNumber`	`DiagnosticReport.identifier`
`radiologyResult/eventID`	`DiagnosticReport.encounter.identifier`
`radiologyResult/investigationType`	`DiagnosticReport.category`
`radiologyResult/investigationSubType`	`DiagnosticReport.extension:investigationSubType`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationIdentifier`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.identifier`
`radiologyResult/investigation/radiologyInstitution`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.performer(type=Organization).identifier.value`
`radiologyResult/investigation/radiologyFacilityUnit`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.performer(type=Organization).display`
`radiologyResult/investigation/order/orderDateTime`	`DiagnosticReport.basedOn → ServiceRequest.authoredOn`
`radiologyResult/investigation/order/orderNo`	`DiagnosticReport.basedOn → ServiceRequest.identifier.value`
`radiologyResult/investigation/order/orderInstitution`	`DiagnosticReport.basedOn → ServiceRequest.requester.identifier.value`
`radiologyResult/investigation/order/reasonForInvestigation`	`DiagnosticReport.basedOn → ServiceRequest.reasonCode`
`radiologyResult/investigation/order/orderedBy/id`	`DiagnosticReport.basedOn → ServiceRequest.requester.identifier`
`radiologyResult/investigation/order/orderedBy/name`	`DiagnosticReport.basedOn → ServiceRequest.requester.display`
`radiologyResult/investigation/comments`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.note.text`
`radiologyResult/investigation/examinationDate`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.effectiveDateTime`
`radiologyResult/investigation/textValue`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.valueString`
`radiologyResult/investigation/codedValue`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.valueCodeableConcept`
`radiologyResult/investigation/reportDateTime`	`DiagnosticReport.issued`
`radiologyResult/investigation/reportedBy/id`	`DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.identifier`
`radiologyResult/investigation/reportedBy/name`	`DiagnosticReport.resultsInterpreter.display`
`radiologyResult/investigation/abnormalFlag`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.interpretation`
`radiologyResult/investigation/name/code`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.code`
`radiologyResult/investigation/resultStatus`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.status`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/investigationItemIdentifier`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.identifier`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/itemName`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.code`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/itemTextValue`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.valueString`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/itemCodedValue`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.valueCodeableConcept`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/resultStatus`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.status`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/abnormalFlag`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.interpretation`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/interpretationNotes`	`DiagnosticReport.result → Observation.note.text`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/approvedDateTime`	`DiagnosticReport.extension:approvedDateTime`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/dictatedDateTime`	`DiagnosticReport.extension:dictatedDateTime`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/approvedBy/id`	`DiagnosticReport.performer.identifier`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/approvedBy/name`	`DiagnosticReport.performer.display`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/dictatedBy/id`	`DiagnosticReport.performer.identifier`
`radiologyResult/investigation/investigationItem/dictatedBy/name`	`DiagnosticReport.performer.display`