22638-1
ClinicalPathology report comments [Interpretation] Narrative
Definition
Additional comments from the pathologist regarding situations such as possible source of the metastases, comparison to previous specimens, need for additional surgery or specimens, and usefulness of additional stain/examinations, if applicable... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Path report.comments
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Specimen
Scale Type
Nar
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
TUMRRGT
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Path report.comments Imp Spec
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 22638-1?
LOINC code 22638-1 identifies "Pathology report comments [Interpretation] Narrative". Additional comments from the pathologist regarding situations such as possible source of the metastases, comparison to previous specimens, need for additional surgery or specimens, and usefulness of additional stain/examinations, if applicable... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
What does 22638-1 measure?
This code measures Path report.comments 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.