What is Fever Panel – 1

Fever Panel – 1 is a group of blood tests used to find the possible cause of fever, infection, weakness, body pain, or chills. It helps doctors detect bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections quickly.

Tests Included

1. CBC (Complete Blood Count)

Checks:

• Hemoglobin
• White Blood Cells (WBC)
• Red Blood Cells (RBC)
• Platelets

Helps detect:

• Infection
• Anemia
• Immunity level
• Dengue or viral fever signs

2. ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)

Measures inflammation in the body.

Helps detect:

• Infection
• Chronic inflammation
• Autoimmune conditions

3. PS (Peripheral Smear)

A microscopic examination of blood cells.

Helps identify:

• Malaria parasites
• Blood infections
• Abnormal blood cells

4. Widal Test

Used to detect Typhoid fever.

Checks antibodies against:

• Salmonella Typhi bacteria

5. MP (Malaria Parasite Test)

Detects malaria parasites in blood.

Useful for:

• High fever with chills
• Mosquito-borne infection diagnosis

Why is this Fever Panel Recommended?

Doctors may suggest this panel if you have:

• High fever
• Weakness
• Body pain
• Chills
• Headache
• Suspected typhoid or malaria
• Continuous fever for several days

Sample Required

• Blood Sample

Fasting Required?

• Usually No Fasting Required

Reporting Time

• Mostly Same Day or Within 24 Hours

Benefits of Fever Panel – 1

• Early infection detection
• Quick diagnosis of malaria or typhoid
• Helps doctors start proper treatment faster
• Affordable combined testing package

This panel is commonly offered by diagnostic centers like Meditrust Healthcare for fever screening and health monitoring.