75982-9
LaboratoryFetal Chromosome 18 trisomy [Presence] based on Plasma cell-free DNA by Dosage of chromosome-specific cfDNA
Definition
Indicates the presence of trisomy 18 in the fetus based on non-invasive prenatal screening methods using cfDNA from maternal plasma.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Fetal chromosome 18 trisomy
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Plas.cfDNA
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Dosage of chromosome specific cf DNA
Details
Class
MOLPATH.TRISOMY
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Fet Chr 18 Ts Plas.cfDNA Ql
Display Name
Chr 18 trisomy Dosage of chromosome-specific cfDNA Ql (cfDNA)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 75982-9?
LOINC code 75982-9 identifies "Fetal Chromosome 18 trisomy [Presence] based on Plasma cell-free DNA by Dosage of chromosome-specific cfDNA". Indicates the presence of trisomy 18 in the fetus based on non-invasive prenatal screening methods using cfDNA from maternal plasma.
What does 75982-9 measure?
This code measures Fetal chromosome 18 trisomy in Plas.cfDNA. It belongs to the MOLPATH.TRISOMY 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.