80601-8
LaboratoryBordetella pertussis+parapertussis+bronchiseptica gidA gene [Presence] in Nasopharynx by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Detection of nucleic acid sequences in the Bordetella pertussis, parapertussis and B. bronchiseptica gidA gene by PCR-based methods. This test does not differentiate between the species. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Verigene® Respiratory Pathogens Flex Nucleic Acid Test (RP Flex).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bordetella pertussis+parapertussis+bronchiseptica gidA gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Nph
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
B per+par+bron gidA Nph Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
B. pertussis+parapertussis+bronchiseptica gidA gene NAA+probe Ql (Nph)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 80601-8?
LOINC code 80601-8 identifies "Bordetella pertussis+parapertussis+bronchiseptica gidA gene [Presence] in Nasopharynx by NAA with probe detection". Detection of nucleic acid sequences in the Bordetella pertussis, parapertussis and B. bronchiseptica gidA gene by PCR-based methods. This test does not differentiate between the species. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the Verigene® Respiratory Pathogens Flex Nucleic Acid Test (RP Flex).
What does 80601-8 measure?
This code measures Bordetella pertussis+parapertussis+bronchiseptica gidA gene 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.