3059-3
LaboratoryTrypsin [Enzymatic activity/volume] in Duodenal fluid
Definition
Trypsin is an enzyme that catalyses the cleavage of peptide linkages involving carboxy group of either arginine or lysine. It is secreted by pancrease as trypsinogen and converted to its active form in the intestine.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Trypsin
Property
CCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Duod fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Trypsin Duod fl-cCnc
Display Name
Trypsin (Duod fld) [Catalytic activity/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 3059-3?
LOINC code 3059-3 identifies "Trypsin [Enzymatic activity/volume] in Duodenal fluid". Trypsin is an enzyme that catalyses the cleavage of peptide linkages involving carboxy group of either arginine or lysine. It is secreted by pancrease as trypsinogen and converted to its active form in the intestine.
What does 3059-3 measure?
This code measures Trypsin in Duod fld. 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.