96741-4
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) variant [Type] in Specimen by Sequencing
Definition
For reporting the SARS-CoV-2 variant strain identified, various codes are available in LOINC depending on the nomenclature used. For the most general code (nomenclature unspecified), use SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) variant [Type] in specimen by sequencing (this term) or by nucleic acid amplification (NAA) with probe-based detection [LOINC: 100156-9]. To report the lineage for the variant, use SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) lineage [Type] in Specimen [LOINC: 96895-8] (method unspecified). To report the clade for the variant, use SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) clade [Type] in Specimen [LOINC: 96896-6] (method unspecified).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 variant
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
Sequencing
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 variant Spec Seq
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) variant Sequencing Nom (Specimen)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 96741-4?
LOINC code 96741-4 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) variant [Type] in Specimen by Sequencing". For reporting the SARS-CoV-2 variant strain identified, various codes are available in LOINC depending on the nomenclature used. For the most general code (nomenclature unspecified), use SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) variant [Type] in specimen by sequencing (this term) or by nucleic acid amplification (NAA) with probe-based detection [LOINC: 100156-9]. To report the lineage for the variant, use SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) lineage [Type] in Specimen [LOINC: 96895-8] (method unspecified). To report the clade for the variant, use SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) clade [Type] in Specimen [LOINC: 96896-6] (method unspecified).
What does 96741-4 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 variant in XXX. 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.