72603-4
LaboratoryBeta hydroxybutyrate + Acetoacetate [Moles/volume] in Blood
Definition
Beta-hydroxybutyrate and acetoacetate are separately measured, the sum constitutes the Ketosis in case of increase. In the physiological state, there is a variation according to fasting person's state: has fasting, pre meal, post meal. The acetone is present in very small amount compared to 3-hydroxybutryrate and acetoacetate.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Beta hydroxybutyrate+Acetoacetate
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
B-OH-Butyr+Acetoacet Bld-sCnc
Display Name
Beta hydroxybutyrate + Acetoacetate (Bld) [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72603-4?
LOINC code 72603-4 identifies "Beta hydroxybutyrate + Acetoacetate [Moles/volume] in Blood". Beta-hydroxybutyrate and acetoacetate are separately measured, the sum constitutes the Ketosis in case of increase. In the physiological state, there is a variation according to fasting person's state: has fasting, pre meal, post meal. The acetone is present in very small amount compared to 3-hydroxybutryrate and acetoacetate.
What does 72603-4 measure?
This code measures Beta hydroxybutyrate+Acetoacetate in Bld. 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.