21854-5
ClinicalDate first Dx Cancer
Definition
Date of initial diagnosis by a recognized medical practitioner for the tumor being reported whether clinically or microscopically confirmed. See page 81 for date format. For more discussion on determining date of diagnosis, consult the SEER Program Manual or COC FORDS Manual... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Date first Dx
Property
Date
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Cancer.XXX
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
TUMRRGT
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Date first Dx Cancer
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 21854-5?
LOINC code 21854-5 identifies "Date first Dx Cancer". Date of initial diagnosis by a recognized medical practitioner for the tumor being reported whether clinically or microscopically confirmed. See page 81 for date format. For more discussion on determining date of diagnosis, consult the SEER Program Manual or COC FORDS Manual... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
What does 21854-5 measure?
This code measures Date first Dx in Cancer.XXX. It belongs to the TUMRRGT 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.