11218-5
LaboratoryMicroalbumin [Mass/volume] in Urine by Test strip
Definition
Term used for test for microalbumin using test strip such as Roche Micral (TM) Microalbuminuria Urine Test Strip or Bayer Clinitech (R) Microalbumin Reagent Strip
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Albumin
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine
Scale Type
SemiQn
Method Type
Detection limit <= 20 mg/L test strip
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Microalbumin Ur Test Str-mCnc
Display Name
Albumin Test strip detection limit <= 20 mg/L (U) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 11218-5?
LOINC code 11218-5 identifies "Microalbumin [Mass/volume] in Urine by Test strip". Term used for test for microalbumin using test strip such as Roche Micral (TM) Microalbuminuria Urine Test Strip or Bayer Clinitech (R) Microalbumin Reagent Strip
What does 11218-5 measure?
This code measures Albumin in Urine. It belongs to the CHEM 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.