76347-4
LaboratoryDehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S)/Cortisol [Molar ratio] in Serum or Plasma
Definition
Dehydroepiandrosterone-S (DHEA-S) and cortisol are both hormones that are produced by the adrenal glands and secreted in response to stress. DHEA-S/cortisol ratio may indicate the degree to which an individual is buffered against the negative effects of stress. This ratio has been used as an index of adrenocortical function to identify patients with panic disorder, as they may have significantly higher values. [PMID: 2527376]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate/Cortisol
Property
SRto
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHEM
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
DHEA-S/Cortis SerPl-sRto
Display Name
DHEA-S/Cortisol [Molar ratio]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76347-4?
LOINC code 76347-4 identifies "Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S)/Cortisol [Molar ratio] in Serum or Plasma". Dehydroepiandrosterone-S (DHEA-S) and cortisol are both hormones that are produced by the adrenal glands and secreted in response to stress. DHEA-S/cortisol ratio may indicate the degree to which an individual is buffered against the negative effects of stress. This ratio has been used as an index of adrenocortical function to identify patients with panic disorder, as they may have significantly higher values. [PMID: 2527376]
What does 76347-4 measure?
This code measures Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate/Cortisol 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.