72270-2
LaboratoryUrea nitrogen [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma --pre contrast
Definition
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine tests may be ordered to evaluate kidney function prior to some procedures (i.e. CT scan) which require the use of contrast agents that may damage the kidneys.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Urea nitrogen^pre contrast
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
BUN pre contrast SerPl-mCnc
Display Name
Urea nitrogen pre contrast [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72270-2?
LOINC code 72270-2 identifies "Urea nitrogen [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma --pre contrast". Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine tests may be ordered to evaluate kidney function prior to some procedures (i.e. CT scan) which require the use of contrast agents that may damage the kidneys.
What does 72270-2 measure?
This code measures Urea nitrogen^pre contrast in Ser/Plas. 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.