84902-6
LaboratoryExtraprostatic extension site [Anatomy] of Prostate tumor
Definition
The location of extraprostatic extension (EPE), if present. EPE is defined as the extension of tumor beyond the confines of the gland into the periprostatic soft tissue. The locations include apical, bladder neck, anterior, lateral, postero-lateral, and posterior. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Prostate Cancer (Radical Prostatectomy) Structured Reporting Protocol (2nd Edition, 2014) developed by the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) for structured reporting of prostate cancer.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Extraprostatic extension site
Property
Anat
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Prostate tumor
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Extraprostatic ext site PrT
Display Name
Extraprostatic extension site Nom (Prostate tumor)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 84902-6?
LOINC code 84902-6 identifies "Extraprostatic extension site [Anatomy] of Prostate tumor". The location of extraprostatic extension (EPE), if present. EPE is defined as the extension of tumor beyond the confines of the gland into the periprostatic soft tissue. The locations include apical, bladder neck, anterior, lateral, postero-lateral, and posterior. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Prostate Cancer (Radical Prostatectomy) Structured Reporting Protocol (2nd Edition, 2014) developed by the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) for structured reporting of prostate cancer.
What does 84902-6 measure?
This code measures Extraprostatic extension site in Prostate 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.