73562-1
Laboratory2-Ethylidene-1,5-Dimethyl-3,3-Diphenylpyrrolidine (EDDP) [Mass/mass] in Meconium by Confirmatory method
Definition
Drug testing on meconium specimens may be performed to detect maternal drug use during pregnancy. Results depend on the amount and quality of the specimen as well as the pattern and frequency of drug(s) used by mother. Drug abuse during pregnancy is associated with significant perinatal complications.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
2-Ethylidene-1,5-Dimethyl-3,3-Diphenylpyrrolidine
Property
MCnt
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Meconium
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Confirm
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
EDDP Mec Cfm-mCnt
Display Name
2-Ethylidene-1,5-Dimethyl-3,3-Diphenylpyrrolidine (EDDP) Confirm (Mec) [Mass/Mass]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73562-1?
LOINC code 73562-1 identifies "2-Ethylidene-1,5-Dimethyl-3,3-Diphenylpyrrolidine (EDDP) [Mass/mass] in Meconium by Confirmatory method". Drug testing on meconium specimens may be performed to detect maternal drug use during pregnancy. Results depend on the amount and quality of the specimen as well as the pattern and frequency of drug(s) used by mother. Drug abuse during pregnancy is associated with significant perinatal complications.
What does 73562-1 measure?
This code measures 2-Ethylidene-1,5-Dimethyl-3,3-Diphenylpyrrolidine in Meconium. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.