INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Wound PCR Testing
Wound PCR testing utilizes advanced molecular technology to provide a comprehensive "snapshot" of the wound's microbial environment. By targeting the DNA of specific bacteria, fungi, and antibiotic-resistance genes, PCR testing allows for:
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Rapid Identification
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Higher Sensitivity
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Targeted Treatment
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Faster Results
WOUND PCR TEST DETAILS
Methodology
DNA (PCR) testing
Specimen​
Wound/Skin swab
​Patient Preparation
None
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Submission
Sample submitted in ESwab​
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Transport Temperature
Ambient temperature​
PCR TESTING - PATHOGENS
Acinetobacter baumannii
Bacteroides fragilis
Candida albicans
Candida group (glabrata, krusei, parapsilosis, tropicalis)
Citrobacter (freundii, koseri)
Clostridium (perfringens, septicum)
Corynebacterium striatum
Enterococcus (faecalis, faecium)
Escherichia coli
Fusobacterium (necrophorum, nucleatum)
HSV1
HSV2
Klebsiella (pneumoniae, oxytoca)
Klebsiella aerogenes, Enterobacter cloacae
Morganella morganii
Propionibacterium acnes (Cutibacterium acnes)
Proteus mirabilis
Proteus vulgaris
Providencia stuartii
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Serratia marcescens
Staphylococci Coag-Neg (epidermidis, haemolyticus, lugdunensis)
Staphyloccus aureus
Streptococcus agalactiae
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Streptococcus pyogenes
VZV
PCR TESTING - ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE
ACT, FOX, ACC, MOX
GES, PER, VEB, CMY
KPC
OXA-48
erm(A), erm(B), erm(C)
CTX-M​
mef(A)
cfr
vanA1, vanA2, vanB
dfrA1, dfrA5, sul1, sul2
IMP-16, IMP-7, NDM
VIM
TEM, SHV, MIR, VEB-1
mecA
qnrA, qnrS, qnrB
tet(B), tet(M), tet(S)
In medical diagnostics, determining the presence of pathogens in wounds is essential for successful therapy. NGL supports antibiotic stewardship by using high-sensitivity PCR testing with antibiotic resistance to create a more comprehensive picture of the bacterial landscape. Clinicians can make informed treatment decisions using our rapid, actionable results.
Clear Lab Interpretations for Complicated Diagnostic Results
ACTIONABLE REPORTING THAT BLENDS DECADES OF EXPERT INFECTIOUS DISEASE KNOWLEDGE WITH MACHINE-LEARNING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
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INFECTION COMPLEXITY ARKSCORE
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Provides a comprehensive view of the challenges presented by the organisms and resistance genes detected in finding an optimal treatment plan. There are fewer therapeutic choices for more complicated infections.
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ORGANISMS DETECTED
Identifies which organisms are likely pathogens and commonly associated with infection, along with the resistant genes relevant to ensure effective precision guided treatment recommendations.
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ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE ARKSCORE
TM
Calculates the level of resistance detected. A patient will be less resistant to antibiotic therapy with a lower score.
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ALLERGIES REPORTED
Removes incompatible treatment options based on a patient’s medication allergies.
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ADVERSE REACTION ARKSCORE
Ranks antibiotics based on associated risks, current FDA warnings, and other factors. The safer the drug, the lower the score.
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TREATMENT RECOMMENDATION
Displays the optimal drug regimen, dosage, duration of therapy, and route of administration. Recommendations are based on source, common pathogens, and resistant genes detected.
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ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT OPTIONS
Each report is tailored for specific clinical scenarios, taking into account alternative treatment and duration options, treatment indications, and special considerations.
