90237-9
LaboratoryPhenylacetylcarnitine (PheC2) [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma
Definition
The pattern of acylcarnitines, including phenylacetylcarnitine, is used to help diagnose and differentiate between various fatty acid oxidation disorders and organic acidurias.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Phenylacetylcarnitine (PheC2)
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Phenylacetylcarn SerPl-sCnc
Display Name
PheC2 [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 90237-9?
LOINC code 90237-9 identifies "Phenylacetylcarnitine (PheC2) [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma". The pattern of acylcarnitines, including phenylacetylcarnitine, is used to help diagnose and differentiate between various fatty acid oxidation disorders and organic acidurias.
What does 90237-9 measure?
This code measures Phenylacetylcarnitine (PheC2) in Ser/Plas. 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.