84881-2
LaboratoryPolyps [Presence] in Specimen
Definition
The presence or absence of polyps in the specimen. If present, the number, diameter range and gross appearance of polyps is recorded separately. 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
Polyps
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Specimen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Polyps Spec Ql
Display Name
Polyps Ql (Spec)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 84881-2?
LOINC code 84881-2 identifies "Polyps [Presence] in Specimen". The presence or absence of polyps in the specimen. If present, the number, diameter range and gross appearance of polyps is recorded separately. 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 84881-2 measure?
This code measures Polyps 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.