79448-7
LaboratoryStaphylococcus aureus and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus panel - Nose by NAA with probe detection
Definition
This panel includes separate terms for reporting the presence of Staphylococcus aureus (SA) and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). It was created for, but is not limited in use to, the Roche cobas® MRSA/SA Test, which is indicated for the direct detection of MRSA and SA DNA from nasal swabs to aid in the prevention and control of MRSA and SA infections in healthcare settings.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Staphylococcus aureus & Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus panel
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Nose
Scale Type
-
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
PANEL.MICRO
Order/Observation
Order
Short Name
SA+MRSA Pnl Nose NAA+probe
Display Name
S. aureus and MRSA panel NAA+probe (Nose)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 79448-7?
LOINC code 79448-7 identifies "Staphylococcus aureus and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus panel - Nose by NAA with probe detection". This panel includes separate terms for reporting the presence of Staphylococcus aureus (SA) and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). It was created for, but is not limited in use to, the Roche cobas® MRSA/SA Test, which is indicated for the direct detection of MRSA and SA DNA from nasal swabs to aid in the prevention and control of MRSA and SA infections in healthcare settings.
What does 79448-7 measure?
This code measures Staphylococcus aureus & Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus panel in Nose. It belongs to the PANEL.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.