78437-1
LaboratoryFLUoxetine trough, FLUoxetine+norfluoxetine trough and Norfluoxetine panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
Trough levels of fluoxetine and its major metabolite, norfluoxetine, are measured for managing co-medications, dose or formulation changes, and assessing compliance. Specimen is drawn at the expected trough (baseline) level of the parent drug.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Fluoxetine trough & Fluoxetine+norfluoxetine trough & Norfluoxetine 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
Fluox, Floux+Nor Trgh + Nor Pnl SerPl
Display Name
FLUoxetine trough, FLUoxetine+norfluoxetine trough and Norfluoxetine panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 78437-1?
LOINC code 78437-1 identifies "FLUoxetine trough, FLUoxetine+norfluoxetine trough and Norfluoxetine panel - Serum or Plasma". Trough levels of fluoxetine and its major metabolite, norfluoxetine, are measured for managing co-medications, dose or formulation changes, and assessing compliance. Specimen is drawn at the expected trough (baseline) level of the parent drug.
What does 78437-1 measure?
This code measures Fluoxetine trough & Fluoxetine+norfluoxetine trough & Norfluoxetine 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.