72419-5
LaboratoryBeta hydroxybutyrate/Acetoacetate [Molar ratio] in Blood --post meal
Definition
The hydroxybutyrate/acetoacetate ratio (ketone body ratio) is an expression of the mitochondrial oxido-reduction state that can provide a clue to diagnosis and metabolic status in congenital errors of the electron transport chain and pyruvate metabolism.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Beta hydroxybutyrate/Acetoacetate^post meal
Property
SRto
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHAL
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
B-OH-Butyr/Acetoacet p meal Bld-sRto
Display Name
Beta hydroxybutyrate/Acetoacetate post meal (Bld) [Molar ratio]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72419-5?
LOINC code 72419-5 identifies "Beta hydroxybutyrate/Acetoacetate [Molar ratio] in Blood --post meal". The hydroxybutyrate/acetoacetate ratio (ketone body ratio) is an expression of the mitochondrial oxido-reduction state that can provide a clue to diagnosis and metabolic status in congenital errors of the electron transport chain and pyruvate metabolism.
What does 72419-5 measure?
This code measures Beta hydroxybutyrate/Acetoacetate^post meal in Bld. It belongs to the CHAL 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.