81317-0
LaboratoryAdditional pathological findings [Identifier] in Specimen
Definition
Additional pathological findings identified in the specimen. For example, in gastric cancers, additional finding may include non-neoplastic pathologies such as gastritis, helicobacter infection, intestinal metaplasia, dysplasia, gastric polyps, Barrett's mucosa (for those specimens with esophagus) and others.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Additional pathological findings
Property
Prid
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Specimen
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Addl path findings Spec
Display Name
Additional pathological findings Nom (Spec)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 81317-0?
LOINC code 81317-0 identifies "Additional pathological findings [Identifier] in Specimen". Additional pathological findings identified in the specimen. For example, in gastric cancers, additional finding may include non-neoplastic pathologies such as gastritis, helicobacter infection, intestinal metaplasia, dysplasia, gastric polyps, Barrett's mucosa (for those specimens with esophagus) and others.
What does 81317-0 measure?
This code measures Additional pathological findings in Specimen. It belongs to the PATH 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.