98069-8
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Ab [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by Rapid immunoassay
Definition
Qualitative detection of total antibodies against SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), also known as the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), in oral fluid by rapid immunoassay methods. This test detects but does not differentiate between antibody isotypes (IgA, IgG, IgM). Testing is performed for the diagnosis of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 Ab
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Saliva
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
IA.rapid
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 Ab Sal Ql IA.rapid
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Ab IA.rapid Ql (Sal)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98069-8?
LOINC code 98069-8 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Ab [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by Rapid immunoassay". Qualitative detection of total antibodies against SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), also known as the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), in oral fluid by rapid immunoassay methods. This test detects but does not differentiate between antibody isotypes (IgA, IgG, IgM). Testing is performed for the diagnosis of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
What does 98069-8 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 Ab 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.