88538-4
LaboratoryEnterovirus RNA [Presence] in Pericardial fluid by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Viral infections are a common cause of pericarditis, and enteroviruses, including coxsackieviruses and echoviruses, are one of the viral etiologies associated with viral pericarditis. [PMID: 25015496] This test can be used to screen for enteroviral pericarditis, and if enterovirus RNA is present further testing may be done to determine the specific agent.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Enterovirus RNA
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Pericard fld
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
EV RNA Pcar Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
Enterovirus RNA NAA+probe Ql (Pericard fld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88538-4?
LOINC code 88538-4 identifies "Enterovirus RNA [Presence] in Pericardial fluid by NAA with probe detection". Viral infections are a common cause of pericarditis, and enteroviruses, including coxsackieviruses and echoviruses, are one of the viral etiologies associated with viral pericarditis. [PMID: 25015496] This test can be used to screen for enteroviral pericarditis, and if enterovirus RNA is present further testing may be done to determine the specific agent.
What does 88538-4 measure?
This code measures Enterovirus RNA in Pericard fld. 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.