Abstract:
This study was designed to identify the causative viral agents with particular refernce to
respiratory syncytial (RSV) in children less than 2 years of age with lower respiratory tract
infections.Direct fluorescent antibody test was found to be a sensitive and rapid diagnostic
test for the detection of repiratory syncytial virus.The results could be made available on the
same day and as such this test would be most valuable in the management of the
patients.The unnecessary use of antibiotics could be avoided and messure could be taken to
control the spread of the infection in the ward. patients.
