50580-0
LaboratoryMaternal screen for fetal abnormalities such as Open Neural Tube Defects, Trisomy 21 or Trisomy 18 panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
Used to order tests that assist in the risk calculations for fetal abnormalities such as Open Neural Tube Defects, Trisomy 21 (Down's Syndrome) and Trisomy 18 (Edward's syndrome).. Analytes could be Alpha-1-fetoprotein, Choriogonadotropin, Estriol.unconjugated, Inhibin A, Pregnancy associated plasma protein A and/or Nuchal translucency.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Maternal screen for fetal abnormalities such as Open Neural Tube Defects, Trisomy 21 or Trisomy 18 panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Mat scn for fetal abnormalities SerPl
Display Name
Maternal screen for fetal abnormalities such as Open Neural Tube Defects, Trisomy 21 or Trisomy 18 panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 50580-0?
LOINC code 50580-0 identifies "Maternal screen for fetal abnormalities such as Open Neural Tube Defects, Trisomy 21 or Trisomy 18 panel - Serum or Plasma". Used to order tests that assist in the risk calculations for fetal abnormalities such as Open Neural Tube Defects, Trisomy 21 (Down's Syndrome) and Trisomy 18 (Edward's syndrome).. Analytes could be Alpha-1-fetoprotein, Choriogonadotropin, Estriol.unconjugated, Inhibin A, Pregnancy associated plasma protein A and/or Nuchal translucency.
What does 50580-0 measure?
This code measures Maternal screen for fetal abnormalities such as Open Neural Tube Defects, Trisomy 21 or Trisomy 18 panel in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the PANEL.CHEM 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.