96797-6
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) RNA [Presence] in Oropharyngeal wash by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Qualitative detection of nucleic acid from the SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in oropharyngeal wash (oral rinse, gargle) samples by nucleic acid amplification (NAA) with probe-based detection methods. Testing is performed for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 RNA
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Oropharyngeal wash
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 RNA OPA wash Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) RNA NAA+probe Ql (Oropharyngeal wash)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 96797-6?
LOINC code 96797-6 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) RNA [Presence] in Oropharyngeal wash by NAA with probe detection". Qualitative detection of nucleic acid from the SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in oropharyngeal wash (oral rinse, gargle) samples by nucleic acid amplification (NAA) with probe-based detection methods. Testing is performed for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
What does 96797-6 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 RNA in Oropharyngeal wash. 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.