94660-8
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) RNA [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Qualitative detection of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in serum or plasma specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection. Results may be based on multiple assays to determine the presence of the virus in a specimen.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 RNA
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ser/Plas
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 RNA SerPl Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) RNA NAA+probe Ql
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 94660-8?
LOINC code 94660-8 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) RNA [Presence] in Serum or Plasma by NAA with probe detection". Qualitative detection of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in serum or plasma specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection. Results may be based on multiple assays to determine the presence of the virus in a specimen.
What does 94660-8 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 RNA in Ser/Plas. 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.