82869-9
Laboratory6-Thioguanine and 6-methylmercaptopurine panel - Red Blood Cells
Definition
This panel includes results for azathioprine (AZA) metabolites, 6-thioguanine (6-TG) and 6-methylmercaptopurine (6-MMP), to monitor therapeutic efficacy, bone marrow toxicity, and liver toxicity due to AZA treatment for inflammatory bowel disease.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
6-Thioguanine & 6-methylmercaptopurine panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
RBC
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.DRUG/TOX
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
6-TG and 6-MMP Pnl RBC
Display Name
6-Thioguanine and 6-methylmercaptopurine panel (RBC)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 82869-9?
LOINC code 82869-9 identifies "6-Thioguanine and 6-methylmercaptopurine panel - Red Blood Cells". This panel includes results for azathioprine (AZA) metabolites, 6-thioguanine (6-TG) and 6-methylmercaptopurine (6-MMP), to monitor therapeutic efficacy, bone marrow toxicity, and liver toxicity due to AZA treatment for inflammatory bowel disease.
What does 82869-9 measure?
This code measures 6-Thioguanine & 6-methylmercaptopurine panel in RBC. 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.