94532-9
LaboratorySARS-related coronavirus+MERS coronavirus RNA [Presence] in Respiratory system specimen by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Qualitative detection of targeted nucleic acids from SARS-related coronaviruses, including SARS coronavirus (SARS-CoV), SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), and SARS-like coronaviruses, as well as MERS coronavirus RNA in respiratory specimens. This test detects but does not differentiate between the viruses.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS-related coronavirus+MERS coronavirus RNA
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Respiratory System Specimen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
SARS-rel CoV+MERS RNA Resp Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
SARS-related CoV+MERS coronavirus RNA NAA+probe Ql (Respiratory system specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94532-9?
LOINC code 94532-9 identifies "SARS-related coronavirus+MERS coronavirus RNA [Presence] in Respiratory system specimen by NAA with probe detection". Qualitative detection of targeted nucleic acids from SARS-related coronaviruses, including SARS coronavirus (SARS-CoV), SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), and SARS-like coronaviruses, as well as MERS coronavirus RNA in respiratory specimens. This test detects but does not differentiate between the viruses.
What does 94532-9 measure?
This code measures SARS-related coronavirus+MERS coronavirus RNA in Respiratory System Specimen. 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.