90891-3
LaboratoryEstradiol (E2) [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma --2 hours post XXX challenge
Definition
The estradiol post-lupron injection assay is used to evaluate central precocious puberty (CPP) in children who develop pubertal signs before the age of 8. PCC can be due to gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)-dependent or GnRH-independent causes.[PMID: 25295414]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Estradiol^2H post XXX challenge
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHAL
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Estradiol 2h p chal SerPl-mCnc
Display Name
E2 2 Hr post Unsp challenge [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 90891-3?
LOINC code 90891-3 identifies "Estradiol (E2) [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma --2 hours post XXX challenge". The estradiol post-lupron injection assay is used to evaluate central precocious puberty (CPP) in children who develop pubertal signs before the age of 8. PCC can be due to gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)-dependent or GnRH-independent causes.[PMID: 25295414]
What does 90891-3 measure?
This code measures Estradiol^2H post XXX challenge in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the CHAL 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.