94303-5
LaboratoryPregnenolone and 17-Hydroxypregnenolone panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
In cases of congenital adrenal hyperplasia where both 21-hydroxylase and 11-hydroxykase deficiency have been ruled out, analysis of 17-hydroxypregnenolone and pregnenolone may be used to confirm the diagnosis of 3-beta-hydroxy dehydrogenase (3-beta-HSD) or 17-alpha-hydroxylase deficiency.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Pregnenolone & 17-Hydroxypregnenolone panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHEM
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Preg + 17-OH Preg pnl SerPl
Display Name
Pregnenolone & 17-Hydroxypregnenolone panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94303-5?
LOINC code 94303-5 identifies "Pregnenolone and 17-Hydroxypregnenolone panel - Serum or Plasma". In cases of congenital adrenal hyperplasia where both 21-hydroxylase and 11-hydroxykase deficiency have been ruled out, analysis of 17-hydroxypregnenolone and pregnenolone may be used to confirm the diagnosis of 3-beta-hydroxy dehydrogenase (3-beta-HSD) or 17-alpha-hydroxylase deficiency.
What does 94303-5 measure?
This code measures Pregnenolone & 17-Hydroxypregnenolone 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.