77364-8
LaboratoryTryptophan, kynurenin and 3-hydroxykynurenin panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
Determination of tryptophan, kynurenin and 3-hydroxykynurenin in serum or plasma for assessing several pathophysiological conditions, including neuroendocrine tumors, depression and schizophrenia.[PMID: 19196554]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Tryptophan, kynurenin & 3-hydroxykynurenin panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Tryptophan+metabolites Pnl SerPl
Display Name
Tryptophan, kynurenin and 3-hydroxykynurenin panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 77364-8?
LOINC code 77364-8 identifies "Tryptophan, kynurenin and 3-hydroxykynurenin panel - Serum or Plasma". Determination of tryptophan, kynurenin and 3-hydroxykynurenin in serum or plasma for assessing several pathophysiological conditions, including neuroendocrine tumors, depression and schizophrenia.[PMID: 19196554]
What does 77364-8 measure?
This code measures Tryptophan, kynurenin & 3-hydroxykynurenin panel in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the PANEL.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.