74802-0
LaboratoryGlucose challenge (hydrogen breath test) [Interpretation] in Exhaled gas
Definition
The overall interpretation for a hydrogen breath test (HBT) post dose a glucose sugar challenge. An HBT is performed to diagnose a malabsorption or intolerance of glucose or abnormal growth of bacteria in the intestine.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Glucose challenge
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Exhl gas
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHAL
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Glucose HBT ExG-Imp
Display Name
Glucose challenge (hydrogen breath test) (Exhl gas) [Interp]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 74802-0?
LOINC code 74802-0 identifies "Glucose challenge (hydrogen breath test) [Interpretation] in Exhaled gas". The overall interpretation for a hydrogen breath test (HBT) post dose a glucose sugar challenge. An HBT is performed to diagnose a malabsorption or intolerance of glucose or abnormal growth of bacteria in the intestine.
What does 74802-0 measure?
This code measures Glucose challenge in Exhl gas. 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.