LOINC Code 22016-0: SEER record number Cancer case
22016-0 is a LOINC code used to identify SEER record number Cancer case in laboratory and clinical observation data. You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges. LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component SEER record number. It is commonly used with the system or sample type Cancer case.XXX.
What is this code?
LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component SEER record number. It is commonly used with the system or sample type Cancer case.XXX.
When is it used?
- Used in lab systems, EHRs, and clinical data exchange.
- May identify a test, observation, survey item, or clinical document request rather than a diagnosis.
- Status: ACTIVE
What it does not mean
- The code identifies the observation or test, not the actual result.
Key facts
- SEER record number Cancer case
- SEER record number
- A unique sequential number assigned by the SEER participant to each record for the person for each submission. The number may change from submission to submission. See also Tumor Record Number [60]... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
- Arbitrary; CA; Misc; Miscellaneous; No; Num; Oncology; Ordinal; Other; Point in time; QL; Qual; Qualitative; Random; Screen; SEER record #; Spec; Surveillance Epidemiology and End Result; To be specified in another part of the message; TUMOR REGISTRY(NAACCR); Unspecified
Where you may see this code
You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges.
Common synonyms
Frequently asked questions
About this content
This page is prepared by HealthAssure's clinical team using official coding standards from LOINC. AI tools assist with drafting explanations, which are then reviewed and verified by healthcare professionals for accuracy. This content is for informational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice. Meet our team.