87544-3
LaboratoryBeta-N-acetylhexosaminidase.A and beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase panel [Enzymatic activity/mass] - Leukocytes
Definition
This panel contains quantitative results for beta-hexosaminidase A (HEX A) and total beta-hexosaminidase enzymatic activity in white blood cells (leukocytes) for the carrier detection and diagnosis of Tay-Sachs disease or Sandhoff disease.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase.A & beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase panel
Property
CCnt
Time Aspect
Pt
System
WBC
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Hexosaminidase A & Total Pnl WBC-cCnt
Display Name
Beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase.A and beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase panel (WBC) [Catalytic activity/Mass]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87544-3?
LOINC code 87544-3 identifies "Beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase.A and beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase panel [Enzymatic activity/mass] - Leukocytes". This panel contains quantitative results for beta-hexosaminidase A (HEX A) and total beta-hexosaminidase enzymatic activity in white blood cells (leukocytes) for the carrier detection and diagnosis of Tay-Sachs disease or Sandhoff disease.
What does 87544-3 measure?
This code measures Beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase.A & beta-N-acetylhexosaminidase panel in WBC. 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.