57824-5
LaboratoryCortisol Free [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma --AM peak specimen
Definition
Identifies a morning specimen when free cortisol is at its highest point in a circadian cycle - often considered to be 8AM. Some laboratories will call this "8AM" specimen, but specimens in the range of 7AM to 9AM are acceptable. The peak time may have to be adjusted for patients on night or evening shifts because their circadian rhythms can shift with their sleeping time.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cortisol.free^AM peak specimen
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Cortis F AM peak SerPl-mCnc
Display Name
Cortisol Free AM peak specimen [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 57824-5?
LOINC code 57824-5 identifies "Cortisol Free [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma --AM peak specimen". Identifies a morning specimen when free cortisol is at its highest point in a circadian cycle - often considered to be 8AM. Some laboratories will call this "8AM" specimen, but specimens in the range of 7AM to 9AM are acceptable. The peak time may have to be adjusted for patients on night or evening shifts because their circadian rhythms can shift with their sleeping time.
What does 57824-5 measure?
This code measures Cortisol.free^AM peak specimen in Ser/Plas. 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.