Interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) affect the lung interstitium, 1 and despite being quite common, they are often overlooked due to delayed and accurate identification of the disease. Key features of ILDs include chronic cough and breathlessness, with major risk factors including cigarette smoking, hypersensitivity pneumonitis, connective tissue disorders, and autoimmune conditions. 2,3 In addition to X-ray and CT scans, 4 comprehensive commercial ILD test panels have been developed to enable early detection, facilitating timely and effective therapy and lifestyle modifications.

Watch this exclusive video by Dr. Arjun Khanna as he explains the significance of ILD test panels in detecting ILDs and guiding drug selection for maximum clinical benefits and improved quality of life (QOL) for patients . ##References## What are interstitial lung diseases?โ€ฆ