Why do I need a respiratory pathogens panel?
You may need this test if you have symptoms of a respiratory infection and are at risk for complications. Most respiratory infections cause mild to moderate symptoms. But the infections can be serious or even life threatening to young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems.
Symptoms of a respiratory infection include:
Coughing
Trouble breathing
Sore throat
Stuffy or runny nose
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Fever
