75366-5
LaboratoryLactate [Moles/volume] in Capillary blood from Fetus by Test strip
Definition
Fetal scalp blood testing is a technique used in obstetrics during labor to confirm whether fetal oxygenation is sufficient. Two constituents that are commonly tested by this method are pH and lactate, both being indicators of acid base homeostasis. A low pH and high level of lactate indicate that there is acidosis, which in turn is associated with hypoxia. Observational studies have shown that lactate analysis has similar or better predictive values compared with pH analysis to measure hypoxia in the detection of short term neonatal morbidity. The specimen can be obtained in cord blood or fetal scalp. This term was based on, but not limited to, the Lactate Pro POCT.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Lactate
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
BldC^Fetus
Scale Type
SemiQn
Method Type
Test strip
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Lactate BldC Fetus Strip-sCnc
Display Name
Lactate Test strip (BldC fetus) [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 75366-5?
LOINC code 75366-5 identifies "Lactate [Moles/volume] in Capillary blood from Fetus by Test strip". Fetal scalp blood testing is a technique used in obstetrics during labor to confirm whether fetal oxygenation is sufficient. Two constituents that are commonly tested by this method are pH and lactate, both being indicators of acid base homeostasis. A low pH and high level of lactate indicate that there is acidosis, which in turn is associated with hypoxia. Observational studies have shown that lactate analysis has similar or better predictive values compared with pH analysis to measure hypoxia in the detection of short term neonatal morbidity. The specimen can be obtained in cord blood or fetal scalp. This term was based on, but not limited to, the Lactate Pro POCT.
What does 75366-5 measure?
This code measures Lactate in BldC^Fetus. 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.