73958-1
LaboratoryCholesterol esterase [Enzymatic activity/volume] in DBS
Definition
Measurement of cholesterol esterase (lysosomal acid lipase, LAL) activity in dried blood spots (DBS) is performed to diagnose cholesterol ester storage disease (CESD) and Wolman Disease (WD).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cholesterol esterase
Property
CCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld.dot
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Cholest Est DBS-cCnc
Display Name
Cholesterol esterase (DBS) [Catalytic activity/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73958-1?
LOINC code 73958-1 identifies "Cholesterol esterase [Enzymatic activity/volume] in DBS". Measurement of cholesterol esterase (lysosomal acid lipase, LAL) activity in dried blood spots (DBS) is performed to diagnose cholesterol ester storage disease (CESD) and Wolman Disease (WD).
What does 73958-1 measure?
This code measures Cholesterol esterase in Bld.dot. 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.