99968-0
LaboratoryThrombotic microangiopathy multigene analysis in Blood or Tissue by Molecular genetics method
Definition
Multigene testing for thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA), a condition defined by the presence of hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and organ damage, especially to kidneys, due blood clots. Historically, TMA was often referred to as thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)/hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) but now includes a large number of different diseases can result in TMA.[https://www.kjim.org/journal/view.php?number=170290]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Thrombotic microangiopathy multigene analysis
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld/Tiss
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
Molgen
Details
Class
MOLPATH
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
TMA multigene analysis Bld/T
Display Name
Thrombotic microangiopathy multigene analysis Molgen Doc (Bld/Tiss)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 99968-0?
LOINC code 99968-0 identifies "Thrombotic microangiopathy multigene analysis in Blood or Tissue by Molecular genetics method". Multigene testing for thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA), a condition defined by the presence of hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and organ damage, especially to kidneys, due blood clots. Historically, TMA was often referred to as thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)/hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) but now includes a large number of different diseases can result in TMA.[https://www.kjim.org/journal/view.php?number=170290]
What does 99968-0 measure?
This code measures Thrombotic microangiopathy 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.