Serum or plasma mass concentration of soybean-derived nitroglycerin (or related metabolite)
This test measures the amount of a specific chemical (likely a metabolite of nitroglycerin) in your blood, often used in research or specialized studies involving nitroglycerin exposure.
["This test helps assess exposure to certain compounds, though it is not commonly performed for routine medical care."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 56390-8
- Short code
- Soybean IgG4-mCnc
- Synonyms
- Soybean IgG4-mCnc
- Category
- glucose
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- CPT
- 82784
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What This Test Measures
The test detects a specific chemical compound (possibly a breakdown product of nitroglycerin) in your blood. This may be part of studies on drug metabolism, environmental exposure, or specialized clinical research. The exact chemical being measured is not a standard clinical analyte, so results may not be directly relevant to typical health monitoring.
Why It Might Be Ordered
This test is rarely performed for general medical reasons. It may be requested in specific research settings, occupational health studies, or when investigating unusual exposure to nitroglycerin or related compounds. Your healthcare provider would discuss the need for this test in detail.
What to Expect Before the Test
No special preparation is typically required for this test. You may have a blood draw, where a small amount of blood is taken from a vein in your arm. If you are taking medications or have recent medical conditions, inform your healthcare provider before the test.
What to Expect During the Test
The test involves drawing blood, usually from your arm. You may feel a slight pinch, but it usually takes only a few minutes. The blood sample is then sent to a lab for analysis.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test is not a standard diagnostic tool and is primarily used in specialized research or occupational health contexts. Elevated or unusual levels of this compound might indicate exposure to nitroglycerin or related substances, but further clinical correlation is needed. Results should always be interpreted by a healthcare professional in the context of your overall health and medical history.
Frequently asked questions
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Can I prepare for this test in any special way?
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