# SNOMED CT Concept for Tourette Syndrome

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In SNOMED CT, Tourette Syndrome is the concept "Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome (disorder)", SCTID 5158005, within the tic-disorder hierarchy. It maps to ICD-11 8A05.00 and legacy ICD-10 F95.2. Always verify the SCTID against the current edition release.

*When you're coding a clinical record for tic disorders, the right terminology binding matters as much as the diagnosis itself.*

## In short
In **SNOMED CT**, Tourette Syndrome is represented by the fully specified concept **"Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome (disorder)"**, SCTID **5158005**, a child of the combined tic-disorder hierarchy. It maps to **ICD-11 code 8A05.00** (Tourette syndrome, under primary tics or tic disorders) and to the legacy **ICD-10 F95.2** (combined vocal and multiple motor tic disorder). Always verify the SCTID against your current national edition release, as preferred terms and hierarchy placement are version-dependent.

## The terminology, precisely
Tourette Syndrome is a neurodevelopmental condition defined by the presence of **multiple motor tics and at least one vocal (phonic) tic** persisting for more than a year, with onset in childhood. For coding and interoperability:

- **SNOMED CT concept:** Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome (disorder) — a disorder concept within the *Tic disorder* sub-hierarchy of *Disease (disorder)*.
- **ICD-11:** 8A05.00 — Tourette syndrome, beneath *Primary tics or tic disorders* (8A05).
- **ICD-10:** F95.2.

For EHR builds in India, bind the SNOMED CT concept to your problem list and cross-map to ICD-11 for statutory reporting. SNOMED's polyhierarchy lets the concept inherit both *neurodevelopmental* and *movement disorder* attributes, which is useful when stratifying comorbid ADHD or OCD. Confirm any subtype or refinement against the live browser before deployment.

## The Pinnacle way
Developmental measurement supports care planning; diagnosis requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional., under qualified clinician care — never from a code lookup or an online tool. Coding supports the record; the clinical picture drives the plan. For children presenting with tics alongside developmental or communication needs, our [behaviour and developmental therapy services](/behavioural-therapy) and a structured [AbilityScore® profile](/ask/what-is-the-abilityscore-and-how-is-it-calculated) anchor coordinated, multidisciplinary care across [our network](/).

## Trusted sources
WHO ICD-11 for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics (8A05 Primary tics or tic disorders); WHO classification standards for clinical terminology mapping. Verify the active SNOMED CT International or national edition release for the current preferred term and SCTID.

**Next step —** Partner with Pinnacle Blooms Network to align your tic-disorder coding with coordinated developmental therapy pathways — [connect with our clinical team](/).

This is general information, not a diagnosis — individual assessment and diagnosis require an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

## Sources
- WHO ICD-11 — Primary tics or tic disorders (8A05): https://icd.who.int/
- WHO classification and terminology standards: https://www.who.int/

## Connected topics and perspectives
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- Motor: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/lens/domain/motor
- Definition: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/lens/intent/definition
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## Related question paths

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- Early intervention outcomes for Tourette Syndrome under 7: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/what-does-current-research-show-about-early-intervention-outcomes-for-tourette-syndrome-in-children-under-7
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### Recognise signs & concerns
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- Tourette Syndrome red flags for referral in young children: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/what-clinical-red-flags-for-tourette-syndrome-warrant-referral-in-a-young-child
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- Tourette Syndrome in Boys: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/do-boys-show-tourette-syndrome-differently
- Tourette Syndrome in Girls: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/do-girls-show-tourette-syndrome-differently
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- Should I be worried my child might have Tourette Syndrome?: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/should-i-be-worried-my-child-might-have-tourette-syndrome
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### Explore causes & influences
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- Are boys more likely to have Tourette Syndrome?: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/are-boys-more-likely-to-have-tourette-syndrome
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### Understand assessment
- Tourette Syndrome Screening & Diagnostic Pathway (Under 7): https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/what-is-the-recommended-screening-and-diagnostic-pathway-for-tourette-syndrome-in-children-under-7
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- How Tourette Syndrome Is Assessed in Children Under 7: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/how-is-tourette-syndrome-assessed-in-children-under-7
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- How can a teacher include and support a young child with Tourette Syndrome in a mainstream classroom?: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/how-can-a-teacher-include-and-support-a-young-child-with-tourette-syndrome-in-a-mainstream-classroom
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- How Therapy Helps a Child With Tourette Syndrome Progress: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/how-does-therapy-help-a-child-with-tourette-syndrome-make-progress
- How is Tourette Syndrome diagnosed in a child?: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/how-is-tourette-syndrome-diagnosed-in-a-child
- How Tourette Syndrome Is Supported Through Therapy: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/how-is-tourette-syndrome-supported-through-therapy

### At home & in everyday life
- How can I support my child with Tourette Syndrome at home?: https://pinnacleblooms.org/ask/how-can-i-support-my-child-with-tourette-syndrome-at-home