72171-2
LaboratoryGlucose tolerance 2 hours panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
Used to order a 2 hour glucose tolerance when the dose is unknown. Glucose tolerance testing is commonly ordered test to check for diabetes, insulin resistance, and less commonly for reactive hypoglycemia or disorders of carbohydrate metabolism.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Glucose tolerance 2H panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
-
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHAL
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
GTT 2h Pnl SerPl
Display Name
Glucose tolerance 2 hours panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72171-2?
LOINC code 72171-2 identifies "Glucose tolerance 2 hours panel - Serum or Plasma". Used to order a 2 hour glucose tolerance when the dose is unknown. Glucose tolerance testing is commonly ordered test to check for diabetes, insulin resistance, and less commonly for reactive hypoglycemia or disorders of carbohydrate metabolism.
What does 72171-2 measure?
This code measures Glucose tolerance 2H panel in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the PANEL.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.