Respiratory Virus Mini Panel by PCR

Also known as: RESPMINI

Clinical Use

Use

The Respiratory Virus Mini Panel by PCR is used to confirm the presence of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) or influenza viruses (Influenza A and B) in general inpatients and RSV in adults. This test is particularly important for the rapid and accurate diagnosis of respiratory infections, which can inform treatment decisions and infection control measures.

Special Instructions

Not provided.

Limitations

A negative result does not exclude the possibility of PCR inhibitors in the patient's specimen or that the nucleic acid is present below the limit of detection of the assay. It is also dependent on the quality of the specimen received, which must meet specific storage and transportation conditions to avoid degradation.

Test Details

New York Approved

Methodology

PCR-based (RT-PCR)

Biomarkers

3 components

Influenza A by PCR • RT-PCRInfluenza B by PCR • RT-PCRRSV by PCR • RT-PCR

LOINC Codes

Order Codes

31208-2 - Specimen source
34487-9 - FLUAV RNA Spec Ql NAA+probe
40982-1 - FLUBV RNA Spec Ql NAA+probe
40988-8 - RSV RNA Spec Ql NAA+probe

Result Codes

34487-9 - FLUAV RNA Spec Ql NAA+probe
40982-1 - FLUBV RNA Spec Ql NAA+probe
40988-8 - RSV RNA Spec Ql NAA+probe

Result Turnaround Time

1-3 days

Specimen

Bronchoalveolar Lavage

Volume

1 mL

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Container

Sterile container or viral transport media

Collection Instructions

Transfer 1 mL respiratory specimen to a sterile container. Available viral transport media can be obtained from ARUP Supply using ARUP Connect™ or by contacting ARUP Client Services.