21695-2
LaboratoryHFE gene.p.Cys282Tyr [Presence] in Blood or Tissue by Molecular genetics method
Definition
Dominant cause of hemochromatosis (>90% cases) at least in US
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
HFE gene.p.Cys282Tyr
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld/Tiss
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Molgen
Details
Class
MOLPATH.MUT
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
HFE p.C282Y Bld/T Ql
Display Name
HFE gene.p.Cys282Tyr Molgen Ql (Bld/Tiss)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 21695-2?
LOINC code 21695-2 identifies "HFE gene.p.Cys282Tyr [Presence] in Blood or Tissue by Molecular genetics method". Dominant cause of hemochromatosis (>90% cases) at least in US
What does 21695-2 measure?
This code measures HFE gene.p.Cys282Tyr in Bld/Tiss. It belongs to the MOLPATH.MUT 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.