98037-5
LaboratoryJewish descent preconception AndOr prenatal carrier screening multigene analysis in Blood or Tissue by Molecular genetics method
Definition
Reproductive multigene carrier testing for genetic disorders present in patients of Jewish descent, including Ashkenazi and Sephardic. Testing is performed either during preconception or prenatally to determine the risk of passing on serious inherited genetic conditions to a child.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Jewish descent preconception &or prenatal carrier screening multigene analysis
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld/Tiss
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
Molgen
Details
Class
MOLPATH
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Jewish Carrier Multigene Anl Bld/T
Display Name
Jewish descent preconception/prenatal carrier screening multigene analysis Molgen Doc (Bld/Tiss)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98037-5?
LOINC code 98037-5 identifies "Jewish descent preconception AndOr prenatal carrier screening multigene analysis in Blood or Tissue by Molecular genetics method". Reproductive multigene carrier testing for genetic disorders present in patients of Jewish descent, including Ashkenazi and Sephardic. Testing is performed either during preconception or prenatally to determine the risk of passing on serious inherited genetic conditions to a child.
What does 98037-5 measure?
This code measures Jewish descent preconception &or prenatal carrier screening multigene analysis in Bld/Tiss. It belongs to the MOLPATH 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.