79292-9
LaboratoryCreatine, guanidinoacetate and creatinine pattern [Interpretation] in Urine Narrative
Definition
Increased guanidinoacetate (GAA) is a marker for the diagnosis of guanidinoacetate methyltransferase (GAMT) deficiency. Almeidaa et al (2004) found the GAA levels to be 4-130 times increased in urine in patients with GAMT deficiency compared to controls.[PMID: 15234334]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Creatine, guanidinoacetate & creatinine pattern
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine
Scale Type
Nar
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Cr, GAA and Creat pattern Ur-Imp
Display Name
Creatine, guanidinoacetate and creatinine pattern Nar (U) [Interp]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79292-9?
LOINC code 79292-9 identifies "Creatine, guanidinoacetate and creatinine pattern [Interpretation] in Urine Narrative". Increased guanidinoacetate (GAA) is a marker for the diagnosis of guanidinoacetate methyltransferase (GAMT) deficiency. Almeidaa et al (2004) found the GAA levels to be 4-130 times increased in urine in patients with GAMT deficiency compared to controls.[PMID: 15234334]
What does 79292-9 measure?
This code measures Creatine, guanidinoacetate & creatinine pattern 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.