95824-9
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) ORF1ab region [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the Open Reading Frame 1ab (ORF1ab) region of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in saliva specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe based detection. Testing is performed for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 ORF1ab region
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Saliva
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 ORF1ab Sal Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) ORF1ab region NAA+probe Ql (Sal)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 95824-9?
LOINC code 95824-9 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) ORF1ab region [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by NAA with probe detection". Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the Open Reading Frame 1ab (ORF1ab) region of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in saliva specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe based detection. Testing is performed for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
What does 95824-9 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 ORF1ab region in Saliva. 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.