98494-8
LaboratorySARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) ORF1a region [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by NAA with probe detection
Definition
Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the Open Reading Frame 1b (ORF1b) region of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in saliva specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
SARS coronavirus 2 ORF1a region
Property
PrThr
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Saliva
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Probe.amp.tar
Details
Class
MICRO
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
SARS-CoV-2 ORF1a Sal Ql NAA+probe
Display Name
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) ORF1a region NAA+probe Ql (Sal)
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 98494-8?
LOINC code 98494-8 identifies "SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) ORF1a region [Presence] in Saliva (oral fluid) by NAA with probe detection". Qualitative detection of nucleic acids within the Open Reading Frame 1b (ORF1b) region of SARS coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in saliva specimens by nucleic acid amplification with probe-based detection.
What does 98494-8 measure?
This code measures SARS coronavirus 2 ORF1a region 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.