78435-5
LaboratoryMirtazapine trough and Normirtazapine panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
Trough levels of the tetracyclic antidepressant mirtazapine and its metabolite, normirtazapine, are measured for therapeutic drug monitoring. Sample is drawn at the trough level of the parent drug.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Mirtazapine trough & Normirtazapine panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Mirtaz Trough + Normirtaz Pnl SerPl
Display Name
Mirtazapine trough and Normirtazapine panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 78435-5?
LOINC code 78435-5 identifies "Mirtazapine trough and Normirtazapine panel - Serum or Plasma". Trough levels of the tetracyclic antidepressant mirtazapine and its metabolite, normirtazapine, are measured for therapeutic drug monitoring. Sample is drawn at the trough level of the parent drug.
What does 78435-5 measure?
This code measures Mirtazapine trough & Normirtazapine panel in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the PANEL.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.