78217-7
LaboratoryRARA gene rearrangements [Presence] in Blood or Tissue by FISH
Definition
This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, the Vysis RARA Break Apart FISH Probe Kit, which is intended to detect rearrangements involving the RARA gene at chromosome region 17q21.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
RARA gene rearrangements
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld/Tiss
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
FISH
Details
Class
MOLPATH.REARRANGE
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
RARA rearrange Bld/T Ql FISH
Display Name
RARA rearrangements FISH Ql (Bld/Tiss)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 78217-7?
LOINC code 78217-7 identifies "RARA gene rearrangements [Presence] in Blood or Tissue by FISH". This term was created for, but is not limited in use to, the Vysis RARA Break Apart FISH Probe Kit, which is intended to detect rearrangements involving the RARA gene at chromosome region 17q21.
What does 78217-7 measure?
This code measures RARA gene rearrangements in Bld/Tiss. It belongs to the MOLPATH.REARRANGE 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.