Gastrointestinal Panel

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In the United States, there are more than 350 million cases of acute gastroenteritis annually

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C. diff is estimated to cause half a million infections in the US annally and is the most common causes of hospital and long-term care acquired infections.

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Acute infectious diarrhea is among the leading causes of illness globally and associated with 2.5 million yearly deaths

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Our PCR GI Panel

Our PCR GI test is designed to accurately detect gastrointestinal (GI) pathogens with unmatched precision. Leveraging the power of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique, our test amplifies and analyzes genetic material from patient stool samples, allowing for the rapid detection of a wide range of viral, bacterial, and parasitic agents responsible for GI infections. Providers trust our PCR GI test to deliver accurate and timely results, empowering healthcare professionals in the fight against GI infections.

Learn more about our Real-Time PCR technology

Diagnostic Features

 

 

 

Testing is performed using quantitative Real-Time PCR Technology with a high sensitivity and specificity.

Industry leading turn-around times to aid in treatment decisions – results within 24-48 hours, upon arrival to our lab.

Detects co-infections that may require different treatment options.

Real-time portal access for ordering tests and viewing in-progress and final results.

7 days per week concierge service – we come to you!

GI sample result pages

Comprehensive Lab Results

Our comprehensive results can be found when you log into your client portal.

  • Easy to Interpret
  • Easy to Access
  • Easy to Decipher
  • Easy to Download
GI collection swab

Specimen Collection

Download our simple specimen collection instructions to view the instructions in either English and Spanish. If you have questions on the collection process, contact us today.

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Panel Targets

Bacteria

Campylobacter (jejuni, coli & upsaliensis)
Clostridium difficile (Toxin A/B)
Plesiomonas shigelloides
Salmonella
Yersinia enterocolitica
Vibrio (parahaemolyticus, vulnificus, & cholerae)
Vibrio cholerae
Diarrheagenic E. coli/Shigella
E. coli O157
Enteroaggregative E. coli (EAEC)
Enteropathogenic E. coli (EPEC)
Enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC) lt/st
Shiga-like toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) stx1/ stx2 E. coli O157
Shigella/Enteroinvasive E. coli (EIEC)

Parasites

Cryptosporidium
Cyclospora cayetanensis
Entamoeba histolytica
Giardia lamblia

Viruses

Adenovirus F 40/41
Astrovirus
Norovirus GI/GII
Rotavirus A
Sapovirus (I,II, IV, and V)