90918-4
LaboratoryFatty acid omega-3 and omega-6 panel - Blood
Definition
This panel is used to report the results for omega-3 and omega-6 testing in patients with known cardiovascular disease (CVD) or those with risk factors for CVD. It includes individual measurements for omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids as well as total omega-3 and omega-6 levels and clinically relevant ratios. This panel was created for, but is not limited in use to, the submitter's OmegaCheck panel performed at the Cleveland Heart Lab. Note that this panel is for whole blood testing; a similar LOINC panel for Ser/Plas testing is [LOINC: 88884-2]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Fatty acid omega-3 & omega-6 panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
FA omega-3 + omega-6 panel Bld
Display Name
Fatty acid omega-3 and omega-6 panel (Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 90918-4?
LOINC code 90918-4 identifies "Fatty acid omega-3 and omega-6 panel - Blood". This panel is used to report the results for omega-3 and omega-6 testing in patients with known cardiovascular disease (CVD) or those with risk factors for CVD. It includes individual measurements for omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids as well as total omega-3 and omega-6 levels and clinically relevant ratios. This panel was created for, but is not limited in use to, the submitter's OmegaCheck panel performed at the Cleveland Heart Lab. Note that this panel is for whole blood testing; a similar LOINC panel for Ser/Plas testing is [LOINC: 88884-2]
What does 90918-4 measure?
This code measures Fatty acid omega-3 & omega-6 panel in Bld. 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.