21893-3
ClinicalRegional lymph nodes positive [#] Specimen
Definition
Records the exact number of regional nodes examined by the pathologist and found to contain metastases. Beginning with tumors diagnosed on or after January 1, 2004, this item is a component of the Collaborative Stage system. Tumors diagnosed from 1988 through 2003,this item is part of the 10-digit EOD [779], detailed site-specific codes for anatomic EOD. This data item is necessary for pathologic staging, and it serves as a quality measure for pathology reports and the extent of the surgical evaluation and treatment of the patient. NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Regional lymph nodes positive
Property
Num
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Specimen
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
TUMRRGT
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Reg LN positive Spec
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 21893-3?
LOINC code 21893-3 identifies "Regional lymph nodes positive [#] Specimen". Records the exact number of regional nodes examined by the pathologist and found to contain metastases. Beginning with tumors diagnosed on or after January 1, 2004, this item is a component of the Collaborative Stage system. Tumors diagnosed from 1988 through 2003,this item is part of the 10-digit EOD [779], detailed site-specific codes for anatomic EOD. This data item is necessary for pathologic staging, and it serves as a quality measure for pathology reports and the extent of the surgical evaluation and treatment of the patient. NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
What does 21893-3 measure?
This code measures Regional lymph nodes positive in Specimen. 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.