Flu Profile-1 Detection by Real-Time PCR

This test detects and identifies the presence of the following viruses in your respiratory samples:

• Influenza A
• Influenza B
• H1N1 (a subtype of Influenza A)
• RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
• Parainfluenza

This test is done for the following reasons:

• Determining the specific virus causing your symptoms.
• Guiding appropriate treatment and management strategies.

Your doctor may recommend this test if you:

• Have flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, and fatigue
• Have been exposed to someone with a confirmed respiratory infection
• Have underlying health conditions that increase your risk for severe respiratory illnesses
• Have been hospitalised with respiratory symptoms
• Need clearance before undergoing certain medical procedures or surgeries

Abnormal results may suggest an active infection with one or more of the tested viruses.

During this test:

• A healthcare professional will collect swab samples from your nose and throat.
• The samples will be analysed using Real-Time PCR technology to detect the presence of specific viral genetic material.
• The procedure is quick, safe, and minimally uncomfortable.

To ensure accurate test results:

• Provide your correct personal information, specimen type, site, address, and contact number for notification.
• It is important to mention any recent antiviral medication use to your healthcare provider.

Other tests that may be ordered alongside Flu Profile-1 Detection by Real-Time PCR include:

• Complete Blood Count (CBC): To assess the overall health of your immune system and detect any signs of infection.
• Chest X-ray: To evaluate the presence of pneumonia or other respiratory complications.

This test is also referred to as:

• Nasopharyngeal and Oropharyngeal Swabs for Influenza and Respiratory Viruses
• Flu Panel PCR
• Influenza PCR

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a viral infection that primarily affects the nose, throat, and lungs. Typical symptoms include:

• Fever
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Body aches
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Runny or stuffy nose

It is highly contagious and spreads through respiratory droplets. In severe cases, it can lead to complications such as pneumonia. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent flu infections.