53218-4
LaboratoryDicarboxypalmitoylcarnitine (C16-DC) [Moles/volume] in DBS
Definition
The tentative opinion of the HTSP review (5/13/08) committee was that this marker has no clinical utility based on today's knowledge.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Dicarboxypalmitoylcarnitine (C16-DC)
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld.dot
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Dicarboxypalmitoylcarn DBS-sCnc
Display Name
C16-DC (DBS) [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 53218-4?
LOINC code 53218-4 identifies "Dicarboxypalmitoylcarnitine (C16-DC) [Moles/volume] in DBS". The tentative opinion of the HTSP review (5/13/08) committee was that this marker has no clinical utility based on today's knowledge.
What does 53218-4 measure?
This code measures Dicarboxypalmitoylcarnitine (C16-DC) in Bld.dot. 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.