NAACCR Item #3822: Chromosome 8q Status
| Item # | Length | Source of Standard | Year Implemented | Version Implemented | Year Retired | Version Retired |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3822 | 1 | NAACCR | 2018 | 18 |
NAACCR XML:
Tumor.chromosome8qStatus
Description
Chromosome 8q Status refers to gain in Chromosome 8q, which is a prognostic factor for uveal melanoma.
Rationale
Chromosome 8q Status is a Registry Data Collection Variable in AJCC. This data item was previously collected as Uveal Melanoma, CS SSF# 7.
Codes
| 0 | No gain in chromosome 8q |
| 1 | Gain in chromosome 8q |
| 7 | Test ordered, results not in chart |
| 8 | Not applicable: Information not collected for this case (If this information is required by your standard setter, use of code 8 may result in an edit error.) |
| 9 | Not documented in medical record Chromosome 8q status not assessed or unknown if assessed |
Code Notes
Each Site-Specific Data Item (SSDI) applies only to selected primary sites, histologies, and years of diagnosis. Depending on applicability and standard-setter requirements, SSDIs may be left blank.