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DIAGNOSTIC TEST (IMAGING) is the intended or actual Imaging Test or Procedure, for a SERVICE REQUEST, split by:

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scan (MRI Scan)
• Computerised Tomography Scan (CT Scan)
• Non-obstetric Ultrasound Scan
• Barium Enema and DEXA scan

It is derived from the CLINICAL CLASSIFICATION OPCS-4 codes listed in the Department of Health document 'Diagnostics waiting times and activity: Guidance on completing the "diagnostic waiting times & activity" monthly data collection'.

For further information, see  the Department of Health: Diagnostics website.

 

This data element is also known by these names:

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plural	DIAGNOSTIC TESTS (IMAGING)