79301-8
LaboratoryD- and L-2-hydroxyglutarate pattern newborn screen interpretation
Definition
Narrative interpretation of results for D-2-hydroxyglutarate (D-2-HG) and L-2-hydroxyglutarate (L-2-HG) in a dried blood spot (DBS), including whether the results are consistent with D-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria, L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria or D,L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
D- & L-2-hydroxyglutarate pattern
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld.dot
Scale Type
Nar
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
D2HG + L2HG pattern DBS-Imp
Display Name
D- and L-2-hydroxyglutarate pattern Nar (DBS) [Interp]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79301-8?
LOINC code 79301-8 identifies "D- and L-2-hydroxyglutarate pattern newborn screen interpretation". Narrative interpretation of results for D-2-hydroxyglutarate (D-2-HG) and L-2-hydroxyglutarate (L-2-HG) in a dried blood spot (DBS), including whether the results are consistent with D-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria, L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria or D,L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria.
What does 79301-8 measure?
This code measures D- & L-2-hydroxyglutarate pattern in Bld.dot. 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.