91135-4
LaboratoryAcanthocytes [Presence] in Urine sediment by Light microscopy
Definition
Acanthocytes are a type of dysmorphic red blood cell (RBC) with vesicle-shaped protrusions. The presence of acanthocytes in urine sediment is indicative of glomerular pathology. Although hematuria is common in diabetic nephropathy, acanthocytosis is not; therefore, patients with diabetic nephropathy who are found to have acanthocytes in their urine sediment should have further work-up to determine the etiology of glomerular disease. [PMID: 14693988]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Acanthocytes
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine sed
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Microscopy.light
Details
Class
UA
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Acanthocytes UrnS Ql Micro
Display Name
Acanthocytes LM Ql (Urine sed)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 91135-4?
LOINC code 91135-4 identifies "Acanthocytes [Presence] in Urine sediment by Light microscopy". Acanthocytes are a type of dysmorphic red blood cell (RBC) with vesicle-shaped protrusions. The presence of acanthocytes in urine sediment is indicative of glomerular pathology. Although hematuria is common in diabetic nephropathy, acanthocytosis is not; therefore, patients with diabetic nephropathy who are found to have acanthocytes in their urine sediment should have further work-up to determine the etiology of glomerular disease. [PMID: 14693988]
What does 91135-4 measure?
This code measures Acanthocytes in Urine sed. It belongs to the UA 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.