This assay detects RNA from Parainfluenza virus types 1-4 in nasopharyngeal swabs using PCR and non-probe detection methods, such as melt curve analysis. A single Parainfluenza virus result is reported when any of the four subtypes are detected. This term was created for, but not limited in use to, BioFire Diagnostic FilmArray Respiratory Panel EZ assay.
status
ACTIVE
Fully-Specified Name
component
Parainfluenza virus 1+2+3+4 RNA
property
PrThr = Present or threshold: The Property PrThr stands for “Presence or Threshold”, meaning either a) the actual presence or absence of an analyte, or b) that the amount of analyte detected is over some predetermined threshold.
time
Pt = Point in time: To identify measures at a point in time. This is a synonym for “spot” or “random” as applied to urine measurements.