78438-9
LaboratorySertraline trough and Norsertraline panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
Levels of the SSRI antidepressant sertraline and its metabolite, norsertraline, are measured for therapeutic drug monitoring. Sample is drawn at the trough (baseline) level of the parent drug.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Sertraline trough & Norsertraline 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
Sertraline Trough + Nor Pnl SerPl
Display Name
Sertraline trough and Norsertraline panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 78438-9?
LOINC code 78438-9 identifies "Sertraline trough and Norsertraline panel - Serum or Plasma". Levels of the SSRI antidepressant sertraline and its metabolite, norsertraline, are measured for therapeutic drug monitoring. Sample is drawn at the trough (baseline) level of the parent drug.
What does 78438-9 measure?
This code measures Sertraline trough & Norsertraline 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.