93746-6
LaboratoryProtein catabolic rate based on 24 hour Urine [Calculated]
Definition
Protein catabolic rates can be used to estimate protein intake in dialysis patients and determine if dietary protein consumption is appropriate. Protein catabolic rate (PCR) is calculated using the urea-nitrogen appearance rate (UNA). Special consideration including, dietary monitoring of caloric and protein intake, should be given to patients with low protein catabolic rates. [PMID: 2129442]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Protein catabolic rate
Property
MRat
Time Aspect
24H
System
Urine
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Protein catabolic rate 24h Ur-mRate
Display Name
Protein catabolic rate (24H U) [Mass/Time]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 93746-6?
LOINC code 93746-6 identifies "Protein catabolic rate based on 24 hour Urine [Calculated]". Protein catabolic rates can be used to estimate protein intake in dialysis patients and determine if dietary protein consumption is appropriate. Protein catabolic rate (PCR) is calculated using the urea-nitrogen appearance rate (UNA). Special consideration including, dietary monitoring of caloric and protein intake, should be given to patients with low protein catabolic rates. [PMID: 2129442]
What does 93746-6 measure?
This code measures Protein catabolic rate in Urine. 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.