21924-6
ClinicalTumor marker Cancer
Definition
Records prognostic indicators for specific sites or histologies. COC uses these codes for cases diagnosed 1996 and forward. See the COC ROADS Manual, 1998 Supplement, for a list of specific sites and histologies. For tumors diagnosed before January 1, 1996, Tumor Marker 1 is coded only for estrogen receptor status of breast cancers. For SEER requirements for the specific sites, histologies, and diagnosis years for which this item is coded, see the 1998 SEER Program Code Manual... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Tumor marker
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Cancer.XXX
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
TUMRRGT
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Tumor marker Cancer
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 21924-6?
LOINC code 21924-6 identifies "Tumor marker Cancer". Records prognostic indicators for specific sites or histologies. COC uses these codes for cases diagnosed 1996 and forward. See the COC ROADS Manual, 1998 Supplement, for a list of specific sites and histologies. For tumors diagnosed before January 1, 1996, Tumor Marker 1 is coded only for estrogen receptor status of breast cancers. For SEER requirements for the specific sites, histologies, and diagnosis years for which this item is coded, see the 1998 SEER Program Code Manual... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
What does 21924-6 measure?
This code measures Tumor marker 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.