Ix

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Ix
Stands forInvestigations
CategoriesMedical

Ix stands for Investigations, a medical documentation abbreviation.

British and Commonwealth shorthand for diagnostic tests such as blood tests, imaging and ECGs, used in plans and referral letters. It corresponds to "workup" in American notes.

Example: Ix: FBC, U&E, CRP, chest X-ray; await results before discharge.

Usage notes

Pairs with Mx (management) in UK note structures. FBC (full blood count) and U&E (urea and electrolytes) are British names for tests Americans call CBC and BMP. Bloods ordered are often listed under Ix with a note of who will chase results.

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