102041-1
LaboratoryCarboxy tetrahydrocannabinol Delta 9/Creatinine [Mass Ratio] in Urine
Definition
Carboxy THC is the major metabolite of cannabinoid found in urine, but is not related to source, time of exposure, amount, or impairment. Carboxy THC may be found in urine for 7-10 days following light or moderate use and as long as 4-6 weeks following heavy use. THC metabolites are stored rapidly in body fat following use and are released slowly over time. [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3196989/]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Carboxy tetrahydrocannabinol Delta 9/Creatinine
Property
MRto
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
THC-9-COOH/Creat Ur
Display Name
Carboxy tetrahydrocannabinol Delta 9/Creatinine (U) [Mass ratio]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 102041-1?
LOINC code 102041-1 identifies "Carboxy tetrahydrocannabinol Delta 9/Creatinine [Mass Ratio] in Urine". Carboxy THC is the major metabolite of cannabinoid found in urine, but is not related to source, time of exposure, amount, or impairment. Carboxy THC may be found in urine for 7-10 days following light or moderate use and as long as 4-6 weeks following heavy use. THC metabolites are stored rapidly in body fat following use and are released slowly over time. [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3196989/]
What does 102041-1 measure?
This code measures Carboxy tetrahydrocannabinol Delta 9/Creatinine in Urine. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.