88600-2
LaboratoryInfluenza virus A RNA [Presence] in Pericardial fluid by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Viral infections are a common cause of pericarditis, and influenza virus is one of the viral etiologies associated with viral pericarditis. In patients with influenza, most cases of pericarditis are mild or asymptomatic, but more significant cases with complications have also been reported. [PMID: 23474244]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Influenza virus A 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
FLUAV RNA Pcar Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
FLUAV RNA NAA+probe Ql (Pericard fld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88600-2?
LOINC code 88600-2 identifies "Influenza virus A RNA [Presence] in Pericardial fluid by NAA with probe detection". Viral infections are a common cause of pericarditis, and influenza virus is one of the viral etiologies associated with viral pericarditis. In patients with influenza, most cases of pericarditis are mild or asymptomatic, but more significant cases with complications have also been reported. [PMID: 23474244]
What does 88600-2 measure?
This code measures Influenza virus A 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.