Respiratory virus PCR testing is a highly sensitive and reliable molecular diagnostic method used to detect viral genetic material from respiratory samples. It is widely applied for identifying pathogens such as influenza, RSV, SARS-CoV-2, adenovirus, and other respiratory viruses. What Is PCR Testing and How Does It Work? PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) testing amplifies small amounts of viral DNA or …
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a very contagious, common viral respiratory infection. RSV testing detects the presence of respiratory syncytial virus in nasal secretions to help diagnose the infection. Acceptable specimens for these tests are nasal/pharyngeal (NP) swabs or nasal washes/aspirations. Specimen Collection Nasal/Pharyngeal Swab Specimen is to be collected on a cotton, rayon, or Dacron swab with an …