The Future of Molecular Diagnostics Has Arrived
MDx Laboratory Services offers a suite of cutting edge molecular diagnostics that can provide specific information about an infecting pathogen and whether or not it has a resistance to certain antibiotics. This tailored approach to patient care results in better outcomes for patients, reduced healthcare costs and better stewardship of antibiotic therapies. Contact us today to begin offering your patients the molecular diagnostics of the future.
Diagnostic Tools
Micro Lab
A microbiological culture, or microbial culture, is a method of multiplying microbial organisms by letting them reproduce in predetermined culture medium under controlled laboratory conditions. Culture medium or growth medium is a liquid or gel designed to support the growth of microorganisms. There are different types of media suitable for growing different types of cells. It is crucial that specimen are quickly delivered to the lab to retain its integrity. Since the advent of molecular diagnostics, this method is no longer considered the "gold standard".
DNA Testing via PCR
PCR has many advantages over traditional pathogen diagnostic methods, such as unbiased rather than pathogen-specific protocols, ability to detect difficult or non-culturable organisms, and ability to detect multiple infective agents of particular benefit in "biofilms".
These advantages and others such as improved turnaround times for lab reports, better accuracy at 99%.
Comprehensive Reporting with Accurate Identification
The comprehensive MDx Laboratory Services report available on the client login will include all detected pathogens, the bacterial load or percentage present of each pathogen in proportion to the total, and the presence of any bacteria resistant genes.
With the most accurate identification of the pathogens and resistant genes in a patient sample, providers are able to quickly intervene and target therapy to deliver the best possible outcomes.
Clinical Information
Diagnostic Technologies for Pathogen Identification
Microbiology Culture
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Nearly 200 years old
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Results in 2-4 weeks
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60% accuracy
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Identifies less than 1% of the known human pathogens
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Reverse Transcriptase PCR
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Modern technology
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Results within 48 hours
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99% accuracy, limited to small panels of pathogens
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Bacteria resistant genes
