84903-4
LaboratoryExtraprostatic extension extent [Type] of Prostate tumor
Definition
Categorization of the extent of extraprostatic extension (EPE) as focal or non-focal (also called established or extensive). The identification of any EPE is important since both focal and non-focal EPE are associated with a significantly higher risk of recurrence. [PMID: 9712429] 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 extent
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Prostate tumor
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
EPE extent PrT Ql
Display Name
Extraprostatic extension extent Ql (Prostate tumor)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 84903-4?
LOINC code 84903-4 identifies "Extraprostatic extension extent [Type] of Prostate tumor". Categorization of the extent of extraprostatic extension (EPE) as focal or non-focal (also called established or extensive). The identification of any EPE is important since both focal and non-focal EPE are associated with a significantly higher risk of recurrence. [PMID: 9712429] 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 84903-4 measure?
This code measures Extraprostatic extension extent 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.