80600-0
LaboratoryBordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin promoter region [Presence] in Nasopharynx by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Detection of targeted nucleic acid sequences in the Bordetella pertussis toxin promoter region by PCR-based methods. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Verigene® Respiratory Pathogens Flex Nucleic Acid Test (RP Flex), a multiplexed, qualitative test for the detection and identification of multiple viral and bacterial genetic virulence markers from nasopharyngeal swab specimens
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin promoter region
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Nph
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
B pert.PT Prmt Nph Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
B. pertussis toxin promoter region NAA+probe Ql (Nph)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80600-0?
LOINC code 80600-0 identifies "Bordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin promoter region [Presence] in Nasopharynx by NAA with probe detection". Detection of targeted nucleic acid sequences in the Bordetella pertussis toxin promoter region by PCR-based methods. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Verigene® Respiratory Pathogens Flex Nucleic Acid Test (RP Flex), a multiplexed, qualitative test for the detection and identification of multiple viral and bacterial genetic virulence markers from nasopharyngeal swab specimens
What does 80600-0 measure?
This code measures Bordetella pertussis.pertussis toxin promoter region in Nph. 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.