6896-5
LaboratorycloZAPine [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma
Definition
Per ARUP, clozapine levels are used to evaluate toxicity and monitor therapeutic drug levels. 100 ng/mL is the minimum therapeutic threshold, and levels > 1200 ng/mL increase the likelihood of adverse effects such as seizures.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
cloZAPine
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
cloZAPine SerPl-mCnc
Display Name
cloZAPine [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 6896-5?
LOINC code 6896-5 identifies "cloZAPine [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma". Per ARUP, clozapine levels are used to evaluate toxicity and monitor therapeutic drug levels. 100 ng/mL is the minimum therapeutic threshold, and levels > 1200 ng/mL increase the likelihood of adverse effects such as seizures.
What does 6896-5 measure?
This code measures cloZAPine in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the DRUG/TOX 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.