75709-6
LaboratoryCalcitonin [Mass/volume] in Lymph node fine needle aspirate
Definition
Measurement of calcitonin levels in fine-needle aspiration specimens from athyrotic individuals treated for medullary thyroid carcinoma. Test is performed to confirm or exclude metastases in enlarged or ultrasonographically suspicious lymph nodes.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Calcitonin
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Lymph node.FNA
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Calcit LN FNA-mCnc
Display Name
Calcitonin (Lymph node fine needle aspirate) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 75709-6?
LOINC code 75709-6 identifies "Calcitonin [Mass/volume] in Lymph node fine needle aspirate". Measurement of calcitonin levels in fine-needle aspiration specimens from athyrotic individuals treated for medullary thyroid carcinoma. Test is performed to confirm or exclude metastases in enlarged or ultrasonographically suspicious lymph nodes.
What does 75709-6 measure?
This code measures Calcitonin in Lymph node.FNA. It belongs to the 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.