Knowing More Matters

Is it COVID-19, RSV,
or the Flu?

About Respiratory Illnesses: COVID-19, RSV infection, and influenza

While impacting people of all ages, the viruses causing COVID-19, RSV disease, and the flu render the following populations especially vulnerable: children, the elderly, those who are immunocompromised, and people with underlying conditions. Coughing, sneezing, and potential contact with virus-contaminated surfaces all contribute to virus spread.

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Look for these Symptoms

Often spiking during the winter season, COVID-19, RSV disease and the flu are contagious respiratory illnesses that share many of the same symptoms. The three illnesses could possibly seasonally surge, posing a triple threat to you and your family. Here’s how symptoms overlap:

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96 Million
More than 96 million people in the U.S. have suffered from COVID-19.

5.4 million
More than 5.4 million have been hospitalized.

1,058,692
More than 1,058,692 have died.

2 Million
On average, more than 2 million people suffer from RSV disease each year.

235,000
On average, more than 235,000 are hospitalized each year.

14,000
On average, more than 14,000 die each year.

35 Million
More than 35 million people in the US suffered from flu-related illness from 2019–2020.

380,000
More than 380,000 million were hospitalized between 2019–2020.

20,000
More than 20,000 died between 2019–2020.

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Solution: Multiplex Test

As we face respiratory season, clarity in distinguishing between respiratory illnesses is paramount. A PCR multiplex test will empower your provider to detect and differentiate between COVID-19, Flu A, Flu B, and RSV with a single nasal swab. PCRplus multiplex tests are designed for COVID-19 detection and broader coverage for variants.

CE-IVD. In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device. May not be available in all countries. For use under an Emergency Use Authorization in the United States

PCRplus is an elevated category of PCR testing because it combines the following five advantages:

Accuracy

Results you can rely on.

speed

Don’t wait days. Same-day results.

flexibility

Results anytime, anywhere.

quality

A track record of results you can trust.

simplicity

Easy steps from test to result.

Time to results and intended use environment may vary, refer to individual test package insert for details.

COVID-19 – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (January 4, 2022). Symptoms of COVID-19, “Watch for Symptoms.” Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019- ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html
RSV – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (January 4, 2022). Symptoms and Care, “Symptoms.” Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/about/symptoms.html
Flu – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (January 4, 2022). Flu Symptoms & Complications, “Flu Symptoms.” Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/ symptoms.htm
Centers for Disease Control (October 20, 2022). Covid Data Tracker Weekly Review. Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-data/covidview/index.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (December 18, 2020). Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV), Trends and Surveillance. Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/ research/us-surveillance.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (October 1, 2021). Estimated Flu-Related Illnesses, Medical visits, Hospitalizations, and Deaths in the United States — 2019–2020 Flu Season. Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/burden/2019-2020. html#estimates

For more information about COVID-19, RSV and flu, please visit www.cdc.gov. For use under an Emergency Use Authorization in the United States