96309-0
LaboratoryMethicillin resistance mecA+mecC genes+SCCmec+OrfX junction [Presence] by Molecular method
Definition
This assay detects the presence of nucleic acids within the mecA/mecC genes and SCCmec+OrfX junction (MREJ) found in methicillin-resistance bacteria. This assay detects but does not differentiate between mecA/C and MREJ.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Bacterial methicillin resistance mecA+mecC genes+SCCmec+OrfX junction
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Isolate/Specimen
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Molgen
Details
Class
ABXBACT
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
mecA+mecC+MREJ Islt/Spm Ql
Display Name
Methicillin resistance mecA+mecC genes+SCCmec+OrfX junction Molgen Ql (Islt/Spec)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 96309-0?
LOINC code 96309-0 identifies "Methicillin resistance mecA+mecC genes+SCCmec+OrfX junction [Presence] by Molecular method". This assay detects the presence of nucleic acids within the mecA/mecC genes and SCCmec+OrfX junction (MREJ) found in methicillin-resistance bacteria. This assay detects but does not differentiate between mecA/C and MREJ.
What does 96309-0 measure?
This code measures Bacterial methicillin resistance mecA+mecC genes+SCCmec+OrfX junction in Isolate/Specimen. It belongs to the ABXBACT 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.