94548-5
LaboratoryPorphyrin fractions panel [Mass/time] - 24 hour Stool
Definition
Measurement of porphyrins in stool specimens is performed for diagnosis of various porphyria disorders, including porphyria cutanea tarda, hereditary coproporphyria, variegate porphyria, congenital erythropoietic porphyria, erythropoietic protoporphyria, or X-linked dominant protoporphyria. Results are reported per 24 hours.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Porphyrin fractions panel
Property
MRat
Time Aspect
24H
System
Stool
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Porphyrin Fract Pnl 24h Stl-mRate
Display Name
Porphyrin fractions panel (24H Stl) [Mass/Time]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94548-5?
LOINC code 94548-5 identifies "Porphyrin fractions panel [Mass/time] - 24 hour Stool". Measurement of porphyrins in stool specimens is performed for diagnosis of various porphyria disorders, including porphyria cutanea tarda, hereditary coproporphyria, variegate porphyria, congenital erythropoietic porphyria, erythropoietic protoporphyria, or X-linked dominant protoporphyria. Results are reported per 24 hours.
What does 94548-5 measure?
This code measures Porphyrin fractions panel in Stool. 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.