title: An economic model for a novel viral influenza diagnostic.
abstract: The authors present a model that tests the economic value of a new diagnostic test that can identify type A and B influenza. Compared with traditional treatment without trying to objectively differentiate viral from bacterial infection, substantial cost savings may be achieved if diagnostic testing is appropriately utilized in a comprehensive influenza management program.
authors: College of Pharmacy, University of South Carolina, Columbus, USA.
authors: C M
authors: CM
authors: Kozma
authors: C E
authors: CE
authors: Reeder
authors: C E
authors: CE
authors: Seeney
authors: P G
authors: PG
authors: Livingston
authors: D
authors: D
authors: Lalla
mesh_terms: D017046:Cost Savings; D003955:Diagnostic Tests, Routine / Q000191:economics* / Q000379:methods; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006801:Humans; D009980:Influenza A virus / Q000302:isolation & purification; D009981:Influenza B virus / Q000302:isolation & purification; D007251:Influenza, Human / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy / Q000821:virology; D008329:Managed Care Programs; D017059:Models, Econometric; D009819:Office Visits / Q000191:economics / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D014481:United States