96958-4
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) N gene [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by Nucleic acid amplification using CDC primer-probe set N2
Definition
Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the N gene of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in saliva specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection using the N2 primer-probe set developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). [CDC: coronavirus/COVID-19/lab/]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 N gene
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Saliva
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar.CDC primer-probe set N2
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 N gene Sal Ql NAA N2
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) N gene NAA+probe CDC primer-probe set N2 Ql (Sal)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 96958-4?
LOINC code 96958-4 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) N gene [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by Nucleic acid amplification using CDC primer-probe set N2". Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the N gene of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in saliva specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection using the N2 primer-probe set developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). [CDC: coronavirus/COVID-19/lab/]
What does 96958-4 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 N gene 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.