95552-6
Laboratory4p16.3 chromosome deletion in Blood or Tissue by FISH
Definition
FISH studies are performed to detect a deletion on the short arm of chromosome 4 (4p16.3) in patients, primarily newborns, suspected of having Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (WHS). FISH signal pattern indicating a loss of 4p16.3 is consistent with a diagnosis of WHS. LOINC codes with a Scale of "Doc" can be used for the order and to represent the overall report and collection of results (clinical indication, method, overall findings, ISCN result, interpretation, etc.).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
4p16.3 chromosome deletion
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld/Tiss
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
FISH
Details
Class
MOLPATH.DELDUP
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
4p16.3 Del Bld/T FISH
Display Name
4p16.3 chromosome del FISH Doc (Bld/Tiss)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95552-6?
LOINC code 95552-6 identifies "4p16.3 chromosome deletion in Blood or Tissue by FISH". FISH studies are performed to detect a deletion on the short arm of chromosome 4 (4p16.3) in patients, primarily newborns, suspected of having Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (WHS). FISH signal pattern indicating a loss of 4p16.3 is consistent with a diagnosis of WHS. LOINC codes with a Scale of "Doc" can be used for the order and to represent the overall report and collection of results (clinical indication, method, overall findings, ISCN result, interpretation, etc.).
What does 95552-6 measure?
This code measures 4p16.3 chromosome deletion in Bld/Tiss. It belongs to the MOLPATH.DELDUP 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.