74879-8
LaboratoryGalactose 1 phosphate [Mass/volume] in DBS --post therapeutic diet
Definition
This test measures the galactose-1-phosphate level in children who have been diagnosed with galactosemia and are on a therapeutic diet for their condition. Dried blood spot specimens are sent to the lab for monitoring tests periodically. The galactose-1-phosphate level is used to monitor the patient's progress.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Galactose 1 phosphate^post therapeutic diet
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld.dot
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHAL
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Gal1PO4 p diet DBS-mCnc
Display Name
Galactose 1 phosphate post therapeutic diet (DBS) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 74879-8?
LOINC code 74879-8 identifies "Galactose 1 phosphate [Mass/volume] in DBS --post therapeutic diet". This test measures the galactose-1-phosphate level in children who have been diagnosed with galactosemia and are on a therapeutic diet for their condition. Dried blood spot specimens are sent to the lab for monitoring tests periodically. The galactose-1-phosphate level is used to monitor the patient's progress.
What does 74879-8 measure?
This code measures Galactose 1 phosphate^post therapeutic diet in Bld.dot. 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.