76766-5
LaboratoryTreponema pallidum polA gene [Presence] in Genital specimen by NAA with probe detection
Definition
This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Progenie Molecular RealCycler test kit, which uses a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based on the amplification of a specific region of the DNA/RNA using complementary primers to the target sequence, to detect the Treponema pallidum (PolA) gene.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Treponema pallidum PolA gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Genital
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
T pallidum polA Genital Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
T. pallidum polA gene NAA+probe Ql (Genital specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76766-5?
LOINC code 76766-5 identifies "Treponema pallidum polA gene [Presence] in Genital specimen by NAA with probe detection". This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's Progenie Molecular RealCycler test kit, which uses a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based on the amplification of a specific region of the DNA/RNA using complementary primers to the target sequence, to detect the Treponema pallidum (PolA) gene.
What does 76766-5 measure?
This code measures Treponema pallidum PolA gene in Genital. It belongs to the MICRO 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.