85779-7
LaboratoryNeisseria meningitidis DNA [Presence] by NAA with non-probe detection in Positive blood culture
Definition
Qualitative detection of nucleic acid sequences in Neisseria meningitidis DNA in positive blood culture specimens by target amplification and non-probe detection methods, such as melt curve analysis. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's test kit, FilmArray Blood Culture Identification panel v2.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Neisseria meningitidis DNA
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld.pos growth
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Non-probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
N men DNA Bld Pos Ql NAA+n-prb
Display Name
N. meningitidis DNA NAA+non-probe Ql (Pos bld culture)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 85779-7?
LOINC code 85779-7 identifies "Neisseria meningitidis DNA [Presence] by NAA with non-probe detection in Positive blood culture". Qualitative detection of nucleic acid sequences in Neisseria meningitidis DNA in positive blood culture specimens by target amplification and non-probe detection methods, such as melt curve analysis. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, the submitter's test kit, FilmArray Blood Culture Identification panel v2.
What does 85779-7 measure?
This code measures Neisseria meningitidis DNA in Bld.pos growth. 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.