76765-7
LaboratoryPhosphatidylcholine.saturated [Moles/volume] in Amniotic fluid
Definition
An increased concentration of amniotic fluid saturated phosphatidylcholine (SPC), which is the major component of pulmonary surfactant, correlates with fetal lung maturity and is used to predict fetal respiratory distress syndrome. SPC may be a more specific and sensitive predictor than the lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio. [N Engl J Med 301:1013-1018, 1979]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Phosphatidylcholine.saturated
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Amnio fld
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
PC Satd Amn-sCnc
Display Name
Phosphatidylcholine.saturated (Amn fld) [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76765-7?
LOINC code 76765-7 identifies "Phosphatidylcholine.saturated [Moles/volume] in Amniotic fluid". An increased concentration of amniotic fluid saturated phosphatidylcholine (SPC), which is the major component of pulmonary surfactant, correlates with fetal lung maturity and is used to predict fetal respiratory distress syndrome. SPC may be a more specific and sensitive predictor than the lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio. [N Engl J Med 301:1013-1018, 1979]
What does 76765-7 measure?
This code measures Phosphatidylcholine.saturated in Amnio fld. 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.