Doctors’ Insights on FLU-NGS
“FLU-NGS is the latest modality for accurate identification of the pathogen responsible for a patient’s condition. It helps me arrive at a precise diagnosis and significantly reduce the possibility of prescribing unnecessary drugs, especially antibiotics. Both the parents and I feel a sense of relief with the clarity this test provides. While the report takes 24 hours, the wait is well worth the accuracy it offers.”
Dr. Gauri Kulkarni
MBBS, Diploma in Child Health (DCH), MD – Pediatrics
“Haystack’s FLU-NGS test has been a valuable addition to my clinical practice. It has enabled prompt and accurate diagnosis of etiology of upper respiratory tract infections, helping me make confident decisions on prognosis and avoid unnecessary antibiotic use – enhancing both patient care and antibiotic stewardship.”
Dr. Debarati Das
Consultant Pediatrician at RxDx healthcare and Stepcare Healthcare
“FLU-NGS by HaystackAnalytics has become an essential diagnostic tool in my pediatric practice. Its painless, non-invasive sampling method is ideal for children, and the comprehensive pathogen detection it offers enables me to accurately diagnose respiratory infections without delay. This not only improves clinical outcomes but also helps me minimize unnecessary antibiotic use, making it a win for both patient comfort and responsible treatment.”
Dr. Suhas Kulkarni
Senior Pediatrician, Chiranjeevi Hospital
The Flu Problem: Same Symptoms, Different Infections
Fever
Cough
Runny / stuffy nose
Sore throat
Headache
Body ache
What is
FLU-NGS
FLU-NGS is a Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) based flu test that detects major respiratory & neuropathic viruses and key bacterial pathogens from a single, painless sample. It reliably detects polymicrobial and co-infections, going far beyond routine flu tests that are restricted by panels.
FLU-NGS detects
Major Respiratory Viruses
Neuropathic Viruses
FLU-NGS provides quick results, and is designed as a go-to flu test for individuals suffering from flu-like symptoms.
Powered by NGS Technology
Specificity > 99%
Reliably detects polymicrobial and co-infections
REPORT WITHIN 24 HOURS
Why Should You Choose FLU-NGS?
Diagnostic Test
detection
profiling
stewardship
Smarter Flu Decisions for Every Family
Why
FLU-NGS
matters
for you
Cut down on unnecessary antibiotics
Protects your family from long-term AMR risk
Clear answers for your doctor by identifying the root cause of symptoms
When to ask for FLU-NGS
Ask your doctor about FLU-NGS if:
- Fever, cough, sore throat, and body pain are not recurring or improving
- Symptoms are severe or unusual
- You or a family member are at high-risk (children, elderly, or people with chronic illnesses)
Evidence-based Diagnostics for Doctors
Key Advantages for Doctors
High accuracy
99% analytical specificity
Co-infection detection
Reliable results in viral URIs and bronchitis
Stronger AMR programmes
Organism-level insights for flu cases
Clinical Impact
- Evidence-first respiratory diagnosis
- Distinguishes viral vs bacterial infections early
- Detects co-infections and key respiratory pathogens
- Improves triage, isolation, and antimicrobial stewardship
We are Redefining Flu Diagnosis
Flu-like symptoms often look similar at presentation but the underlying causes are not.
Our FLU-NGS Experience
From a total of 5,033 FLU-NGS tests performed over 12 months,
out of the 3,302 pathogen-positive cases-
What Was Actually Causing the Flu-Like Illness?
Among 3,302 pathogen-positive cases:
Key clinical insight
Flu-like illness is not predominantly viral.
Over 1 in 5 patients had viral+bacterial co-infections, a pattern frequently missed by conventional testing approaches that focus on viral detection alone.
Right Flu Test, Right Flu Care
The Challenge
- Worsening Air Quality Index (AQI)
- Increase in flu-like and respiratory infections
- Diagnostic uncertainty leading to empirical treatment
- Risk of unnecessary antibiotic use
The Solution
- Enables precise, evidence-based treatment decisions
- Strengthens clinical judgement at the point of care
- Supports AMR-focused antibiotic stewardship
- Improves outcomes in vulnerable populations
FLU-NGS sample collection kit
