80154-8
LaboratoryMonolysocardiolipin/Cardiolipin [Molar ratio] in DBS
Definition
The ratio of monolysocardiolipin to cardiolipin in dried blood spots is measured as a diagnostic test for Barth syndrome (BTHS), an X-linked, metabolic, multi-system disorder characterized by cardiomyopathy, neutropenia, myopathy, and growth delay. [PMID: 18070816]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Monolysocardiolipin/Cardiolipin
Property
SRto
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld.dot
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
MLCL/CL DBS-sRto
Display Name
Monolysocardiolipin/Cardiolipin (DBS) [Molar ratio]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80154-8?
LOINC code 80154-8 identifies "Monolysocardiolipin/Cardiolipin [Molar ratio] in DBS". The ratio of monolysocardiolipin to cardiolipin in dried blood spots is measured as a diagnostic test for Barth syndrome (BTHS), an X-linked, metabolic, multi-system disorder characterized by cardiomyopathy, neutropenia, myopathy, and growth delay. [PMID: 18070816]
What does 80154-8 measure?
This code measures Monolysocardiolipin/Cardiolipin 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.