81190-1
LaboratoryHistologic type of Stomach cancer by WHO Classification
Definition
The gastric cancer histologic type based on the current World Health Organization (WHO) classification.[NLM Catalog ID: 101553728] Gastric cancer types include adenocarcinomas, adenosquamous carcinoma, neuroendocrine carcinoma, undifferentiated carcinoma, and others. The Lauren classification [LOINC: 81179-4] may be used in conjunction with the WHO system for gastric cancers.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Histologic type
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Stomach cancer
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
WHO classification
Details
Class
PATH.HISTO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Histo type Stomach cancer WHO
Display Name
Histologic type WHO classification Nom (Stomach cancer)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 81190-1?
LOINC code 81190-1 identifies "Histologic type of Stomach cancer by WHO Classification". The gastric cancer histologic type based on the current World Health Organization (WHO) classification.[NLM Catalog ID: 101553728] Gastric cancer types include adenocarcinomas, adenosquamous carcinoma, neuroendocrine carcinoma, undifferentiated carcinoma, and others. The Lauren classification [LOINC: 81179-4] may be used in conjunction with the WHO system for gastric cancers.
What does 81190-1 measure?
This code measures Histologic type in Stomach cancer. It belongs to the PATH.HISTO 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.