95609-4
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene [Presence] in Respiratory system specimen by Sequencing
Definition
Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the spike (S) gene of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in respiratory specimens by sequencing methods, such as next generation sequencing (NGS), also known as high-throughput sequencing (HTS). Testing is performed for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 S gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Respiratory System Specimen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Sequencing
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 S gene Resp Ql Seq
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene Sequencing Ql (Respiratory system specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95609-4?
LOINC code 95609-4 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) S gene [Presence] in Respiratory system specimen by Sequencing". Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the spike (S) gene of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in respiratory specimens by sequencing methods, such as next generation sequencing (NGS), also known as high-throughput sequencing (HTS). Testing is performed for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
What does 95609-4 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.