102040-3
ClinicalPolygenic risk score (PRS)
Definition
A "polygenic risk score" is one way by which people can learn about their risk of developing a disease, based on the total number of changes related to the disease. [https://www.genome.gov/Health/Genomics-and-Medicine/Polygenic-risk-scores]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Polygenic risk score
Property
Score
Time Aspect
Lifetime
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CLIN.RISK
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Polygenic risk score
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 102040-3?
LOINC code 102040-3 identifies "Polygenic risk score (PRS)". A "polygenic risk score" is one way by which people can learn about their risk of developing a disease, based on the total number of changes related to the disease. [https://www.genome.gov/Health/Genomics-and-Medicine/Polygenic-risk-scores]
What does 102040-3 measure?
This code measures Polygenic risk score in ^Patient. It belongs to the CLIN.RISK class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.