94642-6
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene [Cycle Threshold #] in Respiratory system specimen by NAA with probe detection
Definition
The quantitative cross/cycle threshold (Ct) value for the detection of nucleic acids within the spike (S) gene of the SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in various respiratory specimens by PCR with probe-based detection.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 S gene
Property
ThreshNum
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Respiratory System Specimen
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 S gene Ct Resp Qn NAA+probe
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene NAA+probe (Respiratory system specimen) [ThreshNum]
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94642-6?
LOINC code 94642-6 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene [Cycle Threshold #] in Respiratory system specimen by NAA with probe detection". The quantitative cross/cycle threshold (Ct) value for the detection of nucleic acids within the spike (S) gene of the SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in various respiratory specimens by PCR with probe-based detection.
What does 94642-6 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 S gene 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.