Our respiratory virus tests can identify specific viruses and help provide a differential diagnosis of lower respiratory infections (LRIs), upper respiratory infections, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and much more. For many people this is the best way to get to the true cause of your health issues so you can begin the proper treatments for a lasting cure. Each year an estimated 200 million people are infected by some type of respiratory virus, with about half being children and the other half adults. Unfortunately, without the proper tests these types of issues can linger on for weeks or even months. For patients who are immune compromised, these types of respiratory viruses can even develop into potentially life threatening conditions.
One of the best things about our respiratory virus test is that it can be used to identify exactly what virus is causing your issues. This is essential for coming up with the right treatment option to have the fastest and most effective results. The following viruses can be identified with our test:
When you come to us for a respiratory viral test you will be getting one of the most comprehensive panels with the most sensitive results available. This is based on an independent study of 300 specimens where the molecular respiratory virus panels were compared (Popowitch, JClinMicroBiol 2013). The overall sensitivity and specificity, respectively, and 95% confidence interval (confidence interval in parentheses) is 98.3% (95.5, 99.5) and 99.2% (95.4, 100). What this means for you is that our tests are extremely precise and accurate so you can have a high degree of confidence that you know what virus is causing your respiratory problems. Armed with this knowledge you can work with your primary care professional, respiratory specialist or other medical professionals to develop an effective treatment plan.
If you have any questions about our respiratory viral tests or any of the other procedures we perform, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our team of medical professionals is here to answer any questions you might have and help set up an appointment to have your test completed. We can be reached by dialing 877-733-4522. Our services are fast, easy and affordable. We look forward to speaking with you soon and helping you to identify and overcome the respiratory issues you or your loved ones are suffering with.