45050-2
LaboratoryCortisol [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma --8 AM specimen
Definition
Most labs base normals on assumption the specimen is drawn between 7 AM and 9 AM. At this time cortisol tends to be at its peak - so samples should be drawn at this time when suspicious of adrenal insufficeny
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cortisol^8 AM specimen
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHAL
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Cortis 8 AM SerPl-sCnc
Display Name
Cortisol 8 AM specimen [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 45050-2?
LOINC code 45050-2 identifies "Cortisol [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma --8 AM specimen". Most labs base normals on assumption the specimen is drawn between 7 AM and 9 AM. At this time cortisol tends to be at its peak - so samples should be drawn at this time when suspicious of adrenal insufficeny
What does 45050-2 measure?
This code measures Cortisol^8 AM specimen in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the CHAL 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.