A respiratory pathogens (RP) panel checks for pathogens in the respiratory tract. A pathogen Is a microbe, reproductive or other organism that causes disease. It is important to understand that your respiratory tract is composed of body parts involved in breathing. This includes the lower abdomen, beak, and throat.
There are all the bacteria and microorganisms that have had the opportunity to do it the respiratory Symptoms are often comparable, but healing can be very different. Therefore, it is fundamental to make a correct diagnosis. other viral and bacterial tests. for respiratory Infections are often limited to testing for one specific infection. pathogen Many samples may be required. This process can be complex and labor intensive.
An RP panel Only one sample is needed to test for a wide range of microbes and bacteria. Results are usually available after a certain number of hours. Results for other species of respiratory tests may take several days to be ready. Faster results may allow for earlier initiation of appropriate treatment.
Other names: RP panel , respiratory Microbial profile, syndrome multiple. panel
What is it used for?
A respiratory pathogens panel It is used to aid in the diagnosis of
- Influenza.
- Cold.
- Breathing syncytial microorganisms (RSV). Simple and mostly mild respiratory Infectious disease. But it is not safe for children and the elderly.
- Adenovirus infection. Adenovirus causes a number of different types of infections. These include pneumonia and creep. This is an infection that causes a faint bar bony cough.
- COVID-19 (a new type of coronavirus infection.
- bar bone cough.
- Bacterial pneumonia.
Why do I need a respiratory pathogens panel ?
You may need this test if you are one symptom of a respiratory risk of infection and complications. Most respiratory infections cause mild to moderate symptoms. However, infections can be serious or life-threatening for young children, the elderly, and those with weak immune systems.
Symptoms of a respiratory infection include:
- Cough
- shortness of breath
- Sore throat
- Concealed or watery nose
- Fatigue
- Decreased appetite
- High fever
What happens during a respiratory pathogens panel ?
There are two ways a supplier can arrest a sample for testing.
- You open your head again.
- Your caregiver places ointment in your nostrils up to the top of your larynx.
- Your caregiver rotates the swab and removes it.
Nasal aspiration:
- Your caregiver blows the physical solution into your mouth, then removes the swab with a soft suction.
Need to prepare for the test?
No special production required. a respiratory pathogens panel .
Was there any danger in the test?
The Masik test can itch the throat or make you hold your breath. Nasal aspiration can be uncomfortable. These effects are short-lived.
What do the results mean?
A negative result means that your symptoms were caused by the test. a pathogen not included in the panel Through testing. It also means that the condition is not caused by embryos or bacteria.
A positive result means you pathogen Findings. It tells you what kind of infection pattern you have, one or more. the panel Were positive, this means you may be infected with more than one pathogen This is known as co-infection.
Depending on the findings, the doctor will advise healing and order more tests. These are microbial cultures, blood tests for viruses, and grain stains. This study will help prove the diagnosis and transmit the treatment.
If you have questions about your results, consult your health care provider.
Supplied by MedlinePlus from the State Medical Library. It tells you what kind of infection you have. one or more.
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