80178-7
LaboratoryS-adenosylmethionine and S-adenosylhomocystine panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
S-adenosylhomocysteine (SAH) and S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) levels are measured when investigating folate and vitamin B12 deficiency, and the ratio of SAH to SAM is also used as a measure of methylation status. Low levels of SAM have also been associated with depression, dementia, vacuolar myelopathy and liver disease.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
S-adenosylmethionine & S-adenosylhomocystine panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
SAMe and SAH Pnl SerPl
Display Name
S-adenosylmethionine and S-adenosylhomocystine panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80178-7?
LOINC code 80178-7 identifies "S-adenosylmethionine and S-adenosylhomocystine panel - Serum or Plasma". S-adenosylhomocysteine (SAH) and S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) levels are measured when investigating folate and vitamin B12 deficiency, and the ratio of SAH to SAM is also used as a measure of methylation status. Low levels of SAM have also been associated with depression, dementia, vacuolar myelopathy and liver disease.
What does 80178-7 measure?
This code measures S-adenosylmethionine & S-adenosylhomocystine panel in Ser/Plas. 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.