84882-0
LaboratoryHistologic type in Colorectal cancer specimen by WHO classification
Definition
Colorectal cancer histologic type based on the current World Health Organization (WHO) classification. Colonrectal tumor types include adenocarcinoma, mucinous adenocarcinoma, signet-ring cell carcinoma, small cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, adenosquamous carcinoma, medullary carcinoma, and others. [https://publications.iarc.fr/Book-And-Report-Series/Iarc-Handbooks-Of-Cancer-Prevention/Colorectal-Cancer-Screening-2019]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Histologic type
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Colorectal cancer specimen
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
WHO classification
Details
Class
PATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Histo type CRC spec WHO
Display Name
Histologic type WHO classification Nom (Colorectal cancer specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 84882-0?
LOINC code 84882-0 identifies "Histologic type in Colorectal cancer specimen by WHO classification". Colorectal cancer histologic type based on the current World Health Organization (WHO) classification. Colonrectal tumor types include adenocarcinoma, mucinous adenocarcinoma, signet-ring cell carcinoma, small cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, adenosquamous carcinoma, medullary carcinoma, and others. [https://publications.iarc.fr/Book-And-Report-Series/Iarc-Handbooks-Of-Cancer-Prevention/Colorectal-Cancer-Screening-2019]
What does 84882-0 measure?
This code measures Histologic type in Colorectal cancer 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.