Telehealth pH Monitoring Report
A remotely reviewed report of pH measurements collected to evaluate changes in acidity or alkalinity in a monitored body site.
["The report shows how pH changed during monitoring and may help identify abnormal acid-base patterns."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 112062-5
- Short code
- Telehealth Ph Monitoring Report
- Synonyms
- Telehealth Ph Monitoring Report
- Category
- liver
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 7
- Ref high
- 56
- Critical range
- — – 500 N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- role
- CPT
- 84484
- SNOMED
- 302773008
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
This is a report of pH measurements collected over time and reviewed through a telehealth service. It may measure a location such as the upper digestive tract, but the exact site and purpose should be confirmed in the report.
Why might I need this test?
Long-term pH monitoring may be used to evaluate persistent symptoms such as heartburn, reflux, throat irritation, or cough. It can also be used in other clinical settings when changes in local acidity need to be assessed.
How is the test performed?
A small monitoring device is usually worn for a specified period. It records pH at intervals, and the results are transmitted or uploaded for clinical review and interpretation.
How do I prepare for the test?
Follow the instructions provided by your clinician or monitoring service. They may include dietary restrictions, medication guidance, and how to position the device; avoid changing medications unless your clinician advises you to do so.
Reference range
Adult males: 7-56 U/L; Adult females: 7-43 U/LN/A
No special preparation required. Avoid fatty meals before the test if possible.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Abnormal pH patterns can indicate excessive or insufficient acidity, depending on the monitored site. For upper gastrointestinal monitoring, this may be associated with reflux or acid-related symptoms. Interpretation depends on symptoms, medications, the monitoring site, and the full pH pattern.
Short name
pH Monitoring Report
Frequently asked questions
Does this test require an in-office visit?
Can I eat or drink during the monitoring period?
How will I receive my results?
Sources
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