95055-0
LaboratoryDOPamine [Mass/volume] in Plasma --standing
Definition
The goal of the postural panels is to find out if the adrenal gland is sensing the posture change and secreting increased levels of catecholamines appropriately during the transition from supine to standing. This can help to diagnose syndromes of inherited and acquired autonomic dysfunction or autonomic neuropathies which may show insufficient release of catecholamines. On the other end of the spectrum are pheochromocytomas and various neuroectodermal tumors which exhibit unregulated release of one or more catecholamines.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
DOPamine^standing
Property
MCnc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Plas
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CHAL
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
DOPamine stand Plas-mCnc
Display Name
DOPamine standing (P) [Mass/Vol]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95055-0?
LOINC code 95055-0 identifies "DOPamine [Mass/volume] in Plasma --standing". The goal of the postural panels is to find out if the adrenal gland is sensing the posture change and secreting increased levels of catecholamines appropriately during the transition from supine to standing. This can help to diagnose syndromes of inherited and acquired autonomic dysfunction or autonomic neuropathies which may show insufficient release of catecholamines. On the other end of the spectrum are pheochromocytomas and various neuroectodermal tumors which exhibit unregulated release of one or more catecholamines.
What does 95055-0 measure?
This code measures DOPamine^standing in 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.