93772-2
Laboratory4-hydroxyglutamate/Creatinine [Molar ratio] in Urine
Definition
The ratio of 4-hydroxyglutamic acid (4OHGlu) levels to creatinine in urine are measured as part of the postnatal diagnosis of primary hyperoxaluria type 3 (PH3), aninborn error of 4-hydroxyproline metabolism causing kidney stone disease.[PMID: 24563386]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
4-hydroxyglutamate/Creatinine
Property
SRto
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Urine
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
4OHGlu/Creat Ur-sRto
Display Name
4-hydroxyglutamate/Creatinine (U) [Molar ratio]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 93772-2?
LOINC code 93772-2 identifies "4-hydroxyglutamate/Creatinine [Molar ratio] in Urine". The ratio of 4-hydroxyglutamic acid (4OHGlu) levels to creatinine in urine are measured as part of the postnatal diagnosis of primary hyperoxaluria type 3 (PH3), aninborn error of 4-hydroxyproline metabolism causing kidney stone disease.[PMID: 24563386]
What does 93772-2 measure?
This code measures 4-hydroxyglutamate/Creatinine 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.