70111-0
LaboratoryNumber of chromosome 21 present [#] in Amniotic fluid by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Term created for, but not limited in use to, Gen-Probe's Elucigene QST*R Kit, a multiplexed single tube assay comprising a total of 16 markers for the detection of the 3 most common viable autosomal trisomies (13, 18 and 21).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Number of chromosome 21 present
Property
Num
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Amnio fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MOLPATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
# chromosome 21 Amn NAA+probe
Display Name
Number of chromosome 21 present NAA+probe (Amn fld) [#]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 70111-0?
LOINC code 70111-0 identifies "Number of chromosome 21 present [#] in Amniotic fluid by NAA with probe detection". Term created for, but not limited in use to, Gen-Probe's Elucigene QST*R Kit, a multiplexed single tube assay comprising a total of 16 markers for the detection of the 3 most common viable autosomal trisomies (13, 18 and 21).
What does 70111-0 measure?
This code measures Number of chromosome 21 present in Amnio fld. It belongs to the MOLPATH 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.