76136-1
LaboratoryLactulose [Moles/time] in 5 hour Urine --post XXX g sugar solution PO
Definition
Measurement of lactulose levels in urine collected for 5 hours after oral ingestion of a sugar solution (e.g. mannitol and lactulose). This test is used as a diagnostic aid for a variety of gastrointestinal diseases and evaluation of therapeutic interventions in both children and adults.[PMID: 7714684]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Lactulose^post XXX g sugar solution PO
Property
SRat
Time Aspect
5H
System
Urine
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Lactulose p sug sol 5h Ur-sRate
Display Name
Lactulose post Unsp g sugar solution PO (5 hour U) [Moles/Time]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76136-1?
LOINC code 76136-1 identifies "Lactulose [Moles/time] in 5 hour Urine --post XXX g sugar solution PO". Measurement of lactulose levels in urine collected for 5 hours after oral ingestion of a sugar solution (e.g. mannitol and lactulose). This test is used as a diagnostic aid for a variety of gastrointestinal diseases and evaluation of therapeutic interventions in both children and adults.[PMID: 7714684]
What does 76136-1 measure?
This code measures Lactulose^post XXX g sugar solution PO in Urine. 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.