94641-8
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene [Presence] in Specimen by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the spike (S) gene of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in various specimens, including lower & upper respiratory, serum, stool or urine, by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 S gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 S gene Spec Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene NAA+probe Ql (Specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94641-8?
LOINC code 94641-8 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene [Presence] in Specimen by NAA with probe detection". Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the spike (S) gene of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in various specimens, including lower & upper respiratory, serum, stool or urine, by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection.
What does 94641-8 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 S gene in XXX. 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.