80163-9
LaboratoryBile alcohols panel - Urine
Definition
Bile alcohol levels in urine may be measured in patients with suspected bile acid synthesis defects, including cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX), an inherited autosomal recessive lipid storage disorder characterized by neonatal cholestasis, chronic diarrhea, cataracts and tendon xanthomas.[OMIM: 213700][PMCID: PMC3296980] Testing is performed for the diagnosis and treatment of CTX or other bile acid synthesis defects.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bile alcohols panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Bile alcohols Pnl Ur
Display Name
Bile alcohols panel (U)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80163-9?
LOINC code 80163-9 identifies "Bile alcohols panel - Urine". Bile alcohol levels in urine may be measured in patients with suspected bile acid synthesis defects, including cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX), an inherited autosomal recessive lipid storage disorder characterized by neonatal cholestasis, chronic diarrhea, cataracts and tendon xanthomas.[OMIM: 213700][PMCID: PMC3296980] Testing is performed for the diagnosis and treatment of CTX or other bile acid synthesis defects.
What does 80163-9 measure?
This code measures Bile alcohols panel in Urine. It belongs to the PANEL.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.