98251-2
LaboratoryStage [Type] in Endometrial cancer specimen by FIGO
Definition
The endometrial cancer stage based on the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) staging system.[https://www.figo.org] Since 2012, the FIGO Committee on Gynecologic Oncology publishes a Cancer Report triennially that includes the current staging classifications. Rules for classification are based on the histologic verification of grading and extent of the tumor. [PMID: 30306587]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Stage
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Endometrial cancer specimen
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
FIGO
Details
Class
PATH
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Stage EC spec FIGO
Display Name
Stage FIGO Nom (Endometrial cancer specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98251-2?
LOINC code 98251-2 identifies "Stage [Type] in Endometrial cancer specimen by FIGO". The endometrial cancer stage based on the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) staging system.[https://www.figo.org] Since 2012, the FIGO Committee on Gynecologic Oncology publishes a Cancer Report triennially that includes the current staging classifications. Rules for classification are based on the histologic verification of grading and extent of the tumor. [PMID: 30306587]
What does 98251-2 measure?
This code measures Stage in Endometrial 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.