77673-2
LaboratoryGastrin [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma --5 minutes post XXX challenge
Definition
Timed gastrin levels are measured in both secretin and calcium challenge tests to diagnose Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Both stimuli produce markedly increased gastrin levels for patients with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. [PMID: 627316]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Gastrin^5M post XXX challenge
Property
SCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHAL
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Gastrin 5M p chal SerPl-sCnc
Display Name
Gastrin 5 Min post Unsp challenge [Moles/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 77673-2?
LOINC code 77673-2 identifies "Gastrin [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma --5 minutes post XXX challenge". Timed gastrin levels are measured in both secretin and calcium challenge tests to diagnose Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Both stimuli produce markedly increased gastrin levels for patients with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. [PMID: 627316]
What does 77673-2 measure?
This code measures Gastrin^5M post XXX challenge in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the 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.