Results for tag: "Respiratory Syncytial Virus Test"

The Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Test is a type of infectious disease test used to detect the presence of the RSV virus in a patient's respiratory system. It is typically used to diagnose RSV infection in infants and young children, as well as in adults with weakened immune systems. The test is usually performed by collecting a sample of mucus from the nose or throat and then testing it for the presence of the virus. Results are usually available within a few days. The RSV Test market is a growing segment of the infectious disease testing industry, as the virus is highly contagious and can cause severe respiratory illness in infants and young children. The test is also used to monitor the effectiveness of treatments for RSV infection. Some companies in the RSV Test market include Abbott Laboratories, Becton Dickinson, Cepheid, Hologic, and Quidel. Show Less Read more