85496-8
LaboratoryStreptococcus pneumoniae serotype [Identifier] in Specimen by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Due to serotype-specific vaccines, serotyping of the streptococcus pneumoniae is required to monitor the epidemiology of infections, as some serotypes cause more virulent disease than others.[PMCID: 3405617]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype
Property
Prid
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
S pneum Sertyp Spec NAA+probe
Display Name
S. pneumoniae serotype NAA+probe Nom (Specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 85496-8?
LOINC code 85496-8 identifies "Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype [Identifier] in Specimen by NAA with probe detection". Due to serotype-specific vaccines, serotyping of the streptococcus pneumoniae is required to monitor the epidemiology of infections, as some serotypes cause more virulent disease than others.[PMCID: 3405617]
What does 85496-8 measure?
This code measures Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype in XXX. 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.