84879-6
LaboratoryTumor perforation [Presence] by Macroscopy
Definition
The macroscopic finding for the presence or absence of perforation through the tumor. Perforation through the tumor into the peritoneal cavity is a well established adverse prognostic factor in colonic and rectal cancer. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Colorectal Cancer Structured Reporting Protocol (2nd Edition, 2012) developed by the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Tumor perforation
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Tumor
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Macroscopy
Details
Class
PATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Tumor perforation Ql Macro
Display Name
Tumor perforation Macroscopy Ql (Tumor)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 84879-6?
LOINC code 84879-6 identifies "Tumor perforation [Presence] by Macroscopy". The macroscopic finding for the presence or absence of perforation through the tumor. Perforation through the tumor into the peritoneal cavity is a well established adverse prognostic factor in colonic and rectal cancer. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Colorectal Cancer Structured Reporting Protocol (2nd Edition, 2012) developed by the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA).
What does 84879-6 measure?
This code measures Tumor perforation in Tumor. 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.