79391-9
LaboratoryCatecholamine metabolites panel - Cerebral spinal fluid
Definition
This panel includes various catecholamine metabolite levels in CSF, including homovanilate (HVA), vanillylmandelate (VMA), 5-Hydroxyindolacetate, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyllactate, and 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylglycol. Different patterns of these metabolites in CSF can represent a variety of disorders, and this panel also includes a narrative interpretation term to report the overall impression.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Catecholamine metabolites panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
CSF
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Catecholamine metab Pnl CSF
Display Name
Catecholamine metabolites panel (CSF)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79391-9?
LOINC code 79391-9 identifies "Catecholamine metabolites panel - Cerebral spinal fluid". This panel includes various catecholamine metabolite levels in CSF, including homovanilate (HVA), vanillylmandelate (VMA), 5-Hydroxyindolacetate, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyllactate, and 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylglycol. Different patterns of these metabolites in CSF can represent a variety of disorders, and this panel also includes a narrative interpretation term to report the overall impression.
What does 79391-9 measure?
This code measures Catecholamine metabolites panel in CSF. 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.