HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus) near me in Chennai

The HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus) is a molecular test for qualitative detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus responsible for upper and lower respiratory tract infections. The test requires a nasopharyngeal swab sample and uses Real time-PCR technology to identify strains of HMPV A and HMPV B. Your doctor may suggest the HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus) when you have symptoms such as cough, sore throat, runny nose, nasal congestion, headache, and low-grade fever and help differentiate HMPV infections from other respiratory pathogens like influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and coronaviruses. Most cases are mild, but young children, adults over 65 and people with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk for serious illness. Hence monitoring for specific viral infections such as Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is crucial, as it can lead to severe respiratory illness in vulnerable populations. Please note that a positive result indicates Human Metapneumovirus virus is present in the sample. On the other hand, a negative result does not exclude the possibility of infection as the results are dependent on appropriate specimen collection and other factors affecting PCR.