95091-5
LaboratoryGlucagon post fasting and meal stimulation panel - Serum or Plasma
Definition
This test is a set of timed glucagon measurements in response to a mixed meal after fasting overnight. Glucagon levels are taken pre and post stimulus. Testing is performed for the diagnosis and follow-up of glucagonomas and other glucagon-producing tumors. It is also useful for assessing diabetic patients with hyper- or hypoglycemic episodes.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Glucagon post fasting and meal stimulation panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
-
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PANEL.CHAL
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
Glucagon p Cfst + meal Pnl SerPl
Display Name
Glucagon post fasting and meal stimulation panel
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95091-5?
LOINC code 95091-5 identifies "Glucagon post fasting and meal stimulation panel - Serum or Plasma". This test is a set of timed glucagon measurements in response to a mixed meal after fasting overnight. Glucagon levels are taken pre and post stimulus. Testing is performed for the diagnosis and follow-up of glucagonomas and other glucagon-producing tumors. It is also useful for assessing diabetic patients with hyper- or hypoglycemic episodes.
What does 95091-5 measure?
This code measures Glucagon post fasting and meal stimulation panel in Ser/Plas. It belongs to the PANEL.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.