Respiratory Comprehensive Panel Test
Short Name: Respiratory Panel 1
Also known as: Respiratory Panel 1, Respiratory Viral Panel, Respiratory Pathogen PCR Panel
Respiratory Comprehensive Panel Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,500. Uses Real Time PCR on Throat / Nasal swab, Sputum, or Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid samples. Results in Samples received by 9 am on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday are reported on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday respectively. Actual reporting may vary based on logistics.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR
Consultant Physician · Reg: 8052
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The test is intended to confirm or rule out specific viral respiratory infections in patients presenting with compatible symptoms. It aids clinicians in distinguishing viral pathogens, guiding treatment decisions, and reducing inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions.
- Test Code
- 3587
- CPT Code
- Not applicable
- ICD Code
- J00-J06
- Price
- ₹4,500
- Sample Type
- Throat / Nasal swab, Sputum, or Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid
- Result Time
- Samples received by 9 am on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday are reported on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday respectively. Actual reporting may vary based on logistics.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Real Time PCR
Sample Collection
No special preparation is required. Fasting is not needed. Patients may continue routine medications unless advised otherwise by their physician.
Method: Nasal/Throat Swab, Sputum, Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Laboratory Analysis
A healthcare professional will insert a small swab into the nostril or throat to collect a sample. For sputum, you may need to cough deeply into a sterile container.
Report Delivery
You can resume normal activities immediately after sample collection. Any minor discomfort from a swab usually resolves quickly.
Timeline: Samples received by 9 am on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday are reported on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday respectively. Actual reporting may vary based on logistics.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The test is intended to confirm or rule out specific viral respiratory infections in patients presenting with compatible symptoms. It aids clinicians in distinguishing viral pathogens, guiding treatment decisions, and reducing inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions.
How to Prepare
- Use the special collection medium for swabs available from LPL.
- For sputum/BAL, use a sterile screw-capped container and send 5 mL (3 mL min.).
- Ship the sample refrigerated or frozen as per sample stability requirements.
- Ensure the sample is correctly labeled with patient details.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"Early identification of viral respiratory pathogens supports antibiotic stewardship and appropriate infection-control measures."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Unlabelled or mislabelled sample
- Inappropriate transport medium
- Sample received without proper cold chain
- Insufficient sample volume
- Sample transport delayed beyond stability period
Understanding Your Results
Influenza A Virus
Influenza B Virus
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV)
Adenovirus
Parainfluenza Virus
Rhinovirus
Consult your referring physician or pulmonologist if symptoms persist, worsen, or if you develop high fever, breathlessness, confusion, or chest pain. Immediate medical attention should be sought for respiratory distress.
Limitations
- ⚠This panel may not detect all respiratory pathogens.
- ⚠A negative result does not exclude infection with other viruses or bacteria.
- ⚠Viral nucleic acid may be detected after resolution of shedding; correlation with clinical findings is essential.
Risks & Considerations
- ●No major risks associated with this test.
- ●Minor temporary discomfort or gagging during throat swab collection.
- ●Rarely, a nasal swab may cause slight bleeding if nasal mucosa is irritated.
Interfering Factors
- ●Use of antiviral medication before sample collection
- ●Improper storage or transport of the sample
- ●Sample contamination during collection or handling
- ●Presence of PCR inhibitors in sputum or blood
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