What This Test Is, Why It Is Done, and How the Sample Is Collected
This test records and describes any complications or adverse reactions that occur after an endoscopy procedure.
{"Monitors for complications after endoscopy procedures","Records symptoms like bleeding, perforation, or infection","Helps healthcare providers assess procedure safety","Typically performed when patients experience unusual symptoms post-procedure","Results are narrative-based and describe any adverse events in detail"}
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 111917-1
- Short code
- AE-ENDO
- Synonyms
- Advrs evnts pst proc Endscpy
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Serum separator tube (SST) or standard red-top tube for blood collection if serum samples are required for related testing
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 0–120 years
- Method
- endoscopy
- CPT
- 45378-45385 (colonoscopy), 43200-43259 (EGD), 45300-45347 (sigmoidoscopy), or 45379-45384 (colonoscopy with intervention) - dependent on procedure performed; adverse event coding may use 99324-99328 for post-procedure observation
- SNOMED
- 73761001 (endoscopic procedure), 24184005 (complication of procedure), 40851000 (adverse event)
- Specimen volume
- Not applicable for narrative documentation; serum specimen typically 3-5 mL if collected for related chemistries
- Stability
- Not applicable for narrative documentation; if serum is collected for related testing, store at 2-8°C if analysis within 24 hours
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 1–48 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test, and what does it measure or look for in my body?
The Adverse Events Post Procedure test is a descriptive (narrative) test that records any complications or unfavorable reactions that may occur after an endoscopy procedure. Endoscopy procedures include examinations like gastroscopy (stomach examination) and colonoscopy (colon examination). This test does not measure specific values; instead, it documents any adverse events that happened following the medical procedure.
Why is this test performed, and what can the results tell my healthcare provider about my health?
This test is performed to monitor patient safety after endoscopy procedures. Healthcare providers use this information to track complications such as bleeding, infection, perforation (tear in the organ wall), or adverse reactions to sedation. It helps medical teams evaluate the safety of the procedure and provide appropriate follow-up care if needed.
How is the sample for this test collected, and what should I expect or do to prepare for the collection?
This is a narrative test that does not require blood sample collection. Instead, healthcare providers document any symptoms, observations, or complications reported by the patient or found during physical examination after the endoscopy procedure. The information is then recorded as a descriptive narrative.
Reference range
No reference range applicable. This is a narrative documentation test to record any adverse events or complications occurring after endoscopy. Absence of documented adverse events is considered normal.N/A
Standard endoscopy preparation applies: fasting as directed (typically 6-8 hours for upper endoscopy, bowel preparation as instructed for colonoscopy). Inform healthcare provider of any known complications from previous endoscopic procedures, bleeding disorders, or allergies to medications.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test plays an important role in patient safety monitoring. By documenting post-procedure adverse events, healthcare providers can identify patterns, improve procedure techniques, and provide timely treatment for complications. The narrative description helps clinicians understand the nature, severity, and timing of any adverse events, enabling appropriate medical intervention when necessary.
Frequently asked questions
Does this test require fasting?
What symptoms should I report after an endoscopy?
How long after the procedure is monitoring done?
Are complications after endoscopy common?
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