Troponin: biomarker evidence

Troponin appears in 1 entry of the OSMF biomarker atlas, covering Long COVID. Across those entries it is elevated in 1. It is currently reported in a single condition in this atlas; cross-condition comparison will be added as the dataset grows. Each row below links to a page with the comparison group, associated symptoms, test details and primary citation.

Long COVID

Where Troponin is reported

Also listed as: Cardiac injury marker

ConditionDirectionCompared againstAssociated symptomsSource
Long COVID↑ elevatedhealthy controlsCardiac involvementThomas et al. 2024

Frequently asked questions

In which conditions is Troponin altered?

In the OSMF atlas Troponin is reported in Long COVID. It is elevated in 1 across 1 entries.

What is the LOINC code for Troponin?

Entries in this atlas use LOINC 10839-9. LOINC codes identify the laboratory observation so results can be compared across systems.

Is one abnormal Troponin result diagnostic?

No single biomarker result is diagnostic of any of these conditions. Findings reflect group averages from published cohorts with substantial overlap between patients and controls.

Cite this page

Open Source Medicine Foundation. (2026). Troponin across conditions: biomarker evidence. OSMF Research Tracker. Retrieved October 7, 2026, from https://research.opensourcemed.info/biomarkers/markers/troponin.html
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Last reviewed: 2026-06-29 · Browse: Biomarker Index · All marker pages · Biomarker Atlas

Disclaimer: Educational synthesis of peer-reviewed research; not medical advice. Findings are group-level and vary with study design. Discuss any result with a qualified clinician.