91078-6
LaboratoryZika virus RNA [Presence] in Blood by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Zika virus RNA may be detected in whole blood specimens for a longer time period after symptom onset compared to serum or plasma, and the detection rate for whole blood is similar to that in urine specimens 10 or more days after symptom onset. In contrast, the virus is detectable earlier in serum or plasma specimens compared to whole blood. A longer period of detection in whole blood has also been reported for other Flaviviruses including West Nile virus and Dengue virus. [PMID: 28648495]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Zika virus RNA
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Bld
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
ZIKV RNA Bld Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
ZIKV RNA NAA+probe Ql (Bld)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 91078-6?
LOINC code 91078-6 identifies "Zika virus RNA [Presence] in Blood by NAA with probe detection". Zika virus RNA may be detected in whole blood specimens for a longer time period after symptom onset compared to serum or plasma, and the detection rate for whole blood is similar to that in urine specimens 10 or more days after symptom onset. In contrast, the virus is detectable earlier in serum or plasma specimens compared to whole blood. A longer period of detection in whole blood has also been reported for other Flaviviruses including West Nile virus and Dengue virus. [PMID: 28648495]
What does 91078-6 measure?
This code measures Zika virus RNA in Bld. 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.