Respiratory Pathogen Panel

Traditional respiratory cultures involve growing bacteria and fungi in a lab, which can take several days to provide results. Additionally, some viruses do not grow well in cultures, making it harder to detect them.
In contrast, MedGenome’s respiratory pathogen panel uses multiplex RT-PCR technology to find infections within a day. This means patients can get faster results, receive the right medications sooner, and reduce the risk of spreading the infection to others. Since this test checks for multiple pathogens in one go, it eliminates the need for multiple tests and unnecessary antibiotic use.

A comprehensive respiratory panel is recommended when someone experiences symptoms of a respiratory infection, such as:

• Severe cough, shortness of breath, or wheezing.
• High fever, chills, or fatigue.
• Sore throat, nasal congestion, or sinus pain.
• Persistent lung infections that don’t improve with standard treatment.
• Exposure to someone with a known respiratory infection.

Doctors may also recommend this for hospitalised patients with breathing difficulties to quickly determine the cause of their illness and provide the best possible treatment.

There is no fixed rule for how often a person should undergo the respiratory panel test, but it depends on their health condition and exposure risk.

• People with ongoing or worsening symptoms should get tested immediately.
• Those with weakened immune systems may need frequent testing during flu seasons or outbreaks.
• Healthcare workers or caregivers who are often exposed to sick individuals may also require periodic testing.
• Patients recovering from a respiratory illness may need a second test if symptoms do not improve, to check for co-infections.

• Positive Result – If the test detects a virus, fungi or bacteria, it means the person has an infection. The doctor will decide on the best treatment, whether it’s antiviral medication, antifungal and antibiotics, or supportive care.
• Negative Result – If no pathogens are found, the symptoms may be caused by other conditions like allergies or non-infectious lung diseases.
• Multiple Pathogens – In some cases, the respiratory PCR panel test may detect more than one infection at the same time, which may require a combination of treatments.

MedGenome offers highly advanced and reliable respiratory pathogen panel testing with several advantages:

• State-of-the-art multiplex RT-PCR technology for accurate detection.
• Quick turnaround time with results available within one working day.
• Covers a wide range of bacteria, fungi, and viruses, providing a complete Respiratory Panel Test for proper diagnosis.
• Ensures precise and reliable results, helping doctors provide the best possible care.
• Reduces unnecessary hospital stays by allowing early treatment decisions.

With MedGenome, patients can expect faster, more accurate, and comprehensive respiratory testing to diagnose and manage infections effectively.