Description
Identify the True Cause of Persistent Respiratory Symptoms
When cold or flu-like symptoms linger or don’t respond to treatment, it’s important to identify the underlying cause. The Respiratory Multi-Cause Viral/Infection Panel uses a simple nasal swab to detect a wide range of viral and bacterial respiratory pathogens—helping to guide targeted treatment and reduce unnecessary use of antibiotics.
What This Panel Detects:
This comprehensive test screens for multiple respiratory pathogens, including:
- Viruses:
- Adenovirus
- Coronavirus (non-COVID types)
- Human Metapneumovirus
- Human Rhinovirus/Enterovirus
- Influenza A
- Influenza B
- Parainfluenza (types 1–4)
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
- Bacteria:
- Bordetella pertussis (whooping cough)
- Bordetella parapertussis
- Chlamydia pneumoniae
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Why This Test Matters:
- Helps distinguish between viral and bacterial causes of illness
- Avoids unnecessary antibiotic use when symptoms are viral
- Supports faster and more accurate treatment decisions
- Useful for persistent cough, congestion, sore throat, fever, or flu-like symptoms
- Especially valuable for children, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, or those with underlying conditions
Fasting not required
Who Should Consider This Test?
- Individuals with respiratory symptoms lasting more than a few days
- Patients whose symptoms are not responding to antibiotics or standard treatment
- Providers needing clarity for targeted respiratory treatment
- Anyone with frequent or recurring sinus infections, bronchitis, or unexplained cough
Get the right answers to breathe easier.
Order the Respiratory Multi-Cause Viral/Infection Panel today through Labs By Request.
