53788-6
LaboratorySodium urate crystals [Presence] in Urine sediment by Light microscopy
Definition
Sodium urate crystals may appear in acidic urines as small, brown needle-like crystals. The crystals are soluble in 10% acetic acid and are sometimes found in patients with cystitis. Sodium urate crystals are the sodium salt of uric acid crystals.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Sodium urate crystals
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine sed
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.light
Details
Class
UA
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Na Urate Cry UrnS Ql Micro
Display Name
Sodium urate crystals LM Ql (Urine sed)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 53788-6?
LOINC code 53788-6 identifies "Sodium urate crystals [Presence] in Urine sediment by Light microscopy". Sodium urate crystals may appear in acidic urines as small, brown needle-like crystals. The crystals are soluble in 10% acetic acid and are sometimes found in patients with cystitis. Sodium urate crystals are the sodium salt of uric acid crystals.
What does 53788-6 measure?
This code measures Sodium urate crystals in Urine sed. It belongs to the UA 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.