What does this LOINC code represent?

This LOINC code identifies a lab observation, measurement, question, or clinical concept in a standardized format.

Is this enough to understand my test result?

No. The code identifies the test or observation, but the interpretation depends on the actual result, reference range, and clinical context.

LOINCActiveOrder

LOINC Code 78960-2: Aldosterone and renin concentration panel (P)

Name: LOINC Code 78960-2: Aldosterone and renin concentration panel (P)
Creator: HealthAssure Clinical Team
Published: 2026-05-21T09:00:00.207Z

78960-2 is a LOINC code used to identify Aldosterone and renin concentration panel (P) in laboratory and clinical observation data. You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges. LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Aldosterone & renin concentration panel. It is commonly used with the system or sample type Plas.

Reviewed by HealthAssure Clinical TeamUpdated 21 May 2026

What is this code?

LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Aldosterone & renin concentration panel. It is commonly used with the system or sample type Plas.

When is it used?

Used in lab systems, EHRs, and clinical data exchange.
May identify a test, observation, survey item, or clinical document request rather than a diagnosis.
Status: ACTIVE
Order vs observation: Order
Panel type: Panel

What it does not mean

The code identifies the observation or test, not the actual result.

Key facts

Aldosterone and renin concentration panel - Plasma

Aldosterone & renin concentration panel

The aldosterone to renin ratio (ARR) can be determined by dividing the molar concentration of aldosterone [LOINC14586-2] divided by the mass concentration of renin (also known as active renin concentration or 'ARC') [LOINC: 35570-1]. ARR results above 130 pmol/ng indicate primary aldosteronism. ARR results between 100 - 130 pmol/ng are indeterminate and suggest a need for repeat testing.[PMID: 21912488] The ARR can also be determined by dividing the mass concentration of aldosterone by the renin activity in blood plasma [LOINC: 55151-5].[PMID: 15483077]

Aldosterone + ARC + ARR Pnl; Angiotensin forming enzyme; Angiotensinogenase; Chemistry; Pan; PANEL.CHEMISTRY; Panl; Pl; Plasma; Plsm; Pnl; Point in time; QNT; Quan; Quant; Quantitative; Random

Where you may see this code

You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges.

Common synonyms

Aldosterone and renin concentration panel (P)Aldosterone and renin concentration panel - PlasmaAldosterone + ARC + ARR Pnl PlasAldosterone & renin concentration panelPANEL.CHEMAldosterone and Renin concentration panel, Blood-

Frequently asked questions

Code details

Code78960-2

SystemLOINC

Display nameAldosterone and renin concentration panel (P)

DescriptionAldosterone & renin concentration panel

Short nameAldosterone + ARC + ARR Pnl Plas

ComponentAldosterone & renin concentration panel

Property-

TimingPt

System (specimen)Plas

ScaleQn

ClassPANEL.CHEM

StatusACTIVE

Order/ObservationOrder

Flags

BillableNo

Valid clinical useNo

Source

SourceLOINC

Version2.82

Releasemain

First released2.54

Last changed2.54

Consumer names

Aldosterone and Renin concentration panel, Blood

Part names

Aldosterone & renin concentration panel-PtPlasQnAldosterone and renin concentration panelPoint in time (spot)Plasma

About this content

This page is prepared by HealthAssure's clinical team using official coding standards from LOINC. AI tools assist with drafting explanations, which are then reviewed and verified by healthcare professionals for accuracy. This content is for informational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice. Meet our team.