ENT
Diagnostic Tests
1 PCR Test Swab gives you
- Detection of 30 Pathogens
- Patient-Specific Antibiotic Resistance
- 99% Accurate Results in 48 Hours
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Why choose GENETWORx’s ENT Testing
How can PCR testing help ENTs?
GENETWORx combines advancements in molecular diagnostics and medication efficacy data into actionable patient-centered reports to help ENTs determine the most appropriate treatment regimen for each patient suffering from sinusitis and otomycosis.
ENT Pathogen Panel: Sinus Applications
According to the CDC, the number of adults annually diagnosed with sinusitis is 28.9 million.[1] While the primary treatment for chronic sinus infections is antibiotics,[2] diagnosing and prescribing the right antibiotic to a patient can help to speed recovery and ease a patient’s pain. Typically, the cause of a sinus infection is diagnosed by examination, imaging/allergy tests and cultures.[3] With the GENETWORx ENT Pathogen Panel, practitioners can receive patient results for more than 30 pathogens with just one swab within 48 hours.
Additionally, GENETWORX’s ENT Pathogen Panel report provides Antibiotic Resistance information specific to a patient, providing ENTs with actionable patient-centered reports to help physicians determine the most appropriate treatment regimen for each patient.
The PCR Testing Advantage
Detection
GENETWORx can detect more than 30 different types of wound pathogens and deliver 99% accurate results within 24-48 hours of lab sample receipt.
Accuracy
GENETWORx molecular pathogen testing is more accurate than standard culture testing. Our molecular pathogen testing detects anaerobic organisms growing deep inside a wound that standard cultures often miss. [4]
Amplification
Using a molecular approach, amplification of testing sample genetic material is faster than standard culture growth and delivers increased sensitivity and a quicker result. [5]
Speed
Our rapid turnaround time is within 24-28 hours from laboratory receipt.
Simplicity
Our simple to read report gives clinicians quick, actionable intelligence to make better treatment decisions.
Identification
Ability to identify pathogens when the patient is on empiric antibiotic treatment.
With molecular testing, not only can you receive a clear picture of the type and percent of pathogens causing the infection, in many cases, you can identify antimicrobial resistance. With the power of molecular testing, you can select the optimal medication therapy for your patient, improve treatment outcomes and reduce healthcare spend.
99% Accurate PCR
GENETWORx PCR tests offer 99% accurate results.
Once GENETWORx receives a sample, clearly defined results are provided within 24-48 hours of receipt.
Patient-Specific Diagnostics
By partnering with GENETWORx, healthcare professionals can get quick, accurate results with one simple swab:
- Detection of 30 Pathogens
- Antibiotic Resistance
Personalized diagnostics, gives you the information you need to improve patient outcomes.
GENETWORx is your
partner for testing
GENETWORx’s dedicated support team provides fast & accurate diagnostic results for efficient & effective wound treatment.
Targeted Treatment
ENT Pathogen Panel: Ear Applications
ENTs face challenges diagnosing Otomycosis, a fungal ear infection, since it can co-exist with bacterial ear infection. Properly identifying the type and/or amount of bacteria or fungus present helps ENTs to properly treat patients. GENETWORx’s ENT Pathogen Panel helps ENTs to properly diagnose the root cause of an ear infection within 48 hours.
For those with chronic ear infections who are frequently prescribed antibiotics, GENETWORx’s Personalized Medicine offers physicians patient specific reporting on antibiotic resistance. This allows ENTs to practice Antibiotic Stewardship when treating patients.
By partnering with GENETWORx, healthcare professionals can get quick, accurate results with one simple swab.
How? Once GENETWORx receives a sample, 99% accurate results with pathogens clearly identified and defined are provided within 24-48 hours of receipt.
Why GENETWORx?
Dedicated Service
A dedicated team who understands your unique needs
You’ll have access to your dedicated account manager who can ensure you have what you need, when you need it. You’ll also be supported by our trained pharmacist (Pharm.D.) specialists who are available for consultation to discuss results and help determine the most appropriate drug and dose for your patients. You can be confident that GENETWORx is Your Partner in Personalized Medicine™.
Fast Results
By partnering with GENETWORx, healthcare professionals can get quick, accurate results with one simple swab.
How? Once GENETWORx receives a sample, 99% accurate results with pathogens clearly identified and defined are provided within 24-48 hours of receipt.
Smart Science
Lab expertise when you need it to help you interpret test results & more.
GENETWORx brings molecular diagnostic advancements to clinical practice for higher detection sensitivity than conventional methods.
Unsurpassed Support
GENETWORx provides fast turnaround times with advanced multiplexed analysis for accurate results.
We’ll pick up your samples, deliver testing supplies and even help coordinate collection when necessary.
Diagnose and treat ENT infections quickly & efficiently.
By partnering with GENETWORx, healthcare professionals can get quick, accurate results with one simple swab.
Our ENT Infection Panel includes:
- Detection of 30 Pathogens
- 99% Accurate Results
- Easy to Read Patient-Centric Reporting
- Results within 24-48 Hours of Lab Receipt
What We Test For
GENETWORx’s panel tests for 30 pathogens & 18 antibiotic resistances with 1 swab sample for an all-in-one solution
Bacteria (Gram Positive)
- Enterococcus faecalis
- Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
- Methicillin Sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA)
- Staphylococcus epidermidis
- Streptococcus dysgalactiae (Group C Strep)
- Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Strep)
- Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B Strep)
Bacteria (Gram Negative)
- Acinetobacter baumannii
- Bacteroides fragilis
- Bartonella henselea
- Bartonella quintana
- Enterobacter cloacae
- Escherichia coli
- Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Klebsiella oxytoca
- Morganella morganii
- Proteus mirabilis
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Serratia marcescens
Fungal Infection
- Candida albicans
- Candida glabrata
- Candida parapsilosis
- Candida dubliniensis
- Candida tropicalis
- Candida krusei
- Tricophyton metagrophytes
- Trichophyton rubrum
- Aspergillus fumigatus
Mycobacteria Infection
- Mycobacterium fortuitum
Other
- Herpes Simplex Virus 1
- Herpes Simplex Virus 2
- Herpes Simplex Virus 3 (Varicella Zoster)
Antibiotic Resistance
Discover resistances from the same swab sample for an all-in-one solution
Antibiotic Resistance
- Aminoglycosides: aacA-aphD
- Carbapenem resistance: KPC
- Carbapenem resistance: NDM-1
- Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase (ESBLS): CMY2
- Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase (ESBLS): CTXM
- Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase (ESBLS): SHV
- Macrolide-lincosamide-streptogramin B ermA
- Macrolide-lincosamide-streptogramin B ermB
- Macrolide-lincosamide-streptogramin B ermC
- Carbapenem resistance: OXA23
- Carbapenem resistance: OXA48
- Carbapenem resistance: VIM
- Carbapenem resistance: SME
- Tetracycline: tetM
- Tetracycline: tetS
- Vancomycin: VanA
- Vancomycin: VanB
- Methicillin: MecA
References
[1] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11303-toenail-fungus
[2] https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/fungal-culture-test/
[3] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/acute-sinusitis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351677
[4] https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/1201/p1055.html
[5] https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/core-elements/outpatient.html