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RT-PCR Testing Technology
Nail Fungus and Nail Infection Testing by PCR
Nail culture can take weeks and often returns no growth. PCR identifies the fungus or bacteria behind the infection, so you can confirm the cause before starting months of antifungal therapy.
Our Features
Our Nail-Fungal Diagnostics Features:
Reduce false negatives
Detect Polymicrobial infections
Reports consistently delivered within 48 hours
Rt-pcr Detection Of Onychomycosis (Nail Fungus)
Fast, accurate, clinically actionable testing of Onychomycosis utilizing
advanced molecular technoloy.
Nail fungal infections are common conditions, causing roughly 50% of nail deformities and affecting approximately 14-18% of people living in the United States.
However, bacterial infections and skin disorders can mimic fungal presentation, making it difficult for healthcare providers to choose effective, targeted treatment regimens. Moreover, traditional diagnosis for Nail Fungus includes a microscopy and culture testing, the results of which can take up to two weeks.
With Total Lab Solutions, there’s no need to wait. You’ll get fast and accurate results for infection-causing bacteria and fungus, within 48 hours of sample receipt.
Our Panels
Rapid Detection of Nail-Fungal Pathogens
SAMPLE TYPE: Nail Clipping, Paronychial Tissue.
Fungal:
- Alternaria species
- Aspergillus species
- (fumigatus, niger, terreus, versicolor)
- Candida albicans
- Candida dubliniensis
- Candida dubliniensis
- Candida krusei
- Candida lusitaniae
- Candida parapsilosis
- Candida tropicalis
- Curvularia lunata
- Epidermophyton floccosum
- Fusarium solani
- Microsporum species (audouinii, canis, gypseum, nanum)
- Pichia onychis
- Trichophyton interdigitale, (T. mentagrophytes)
- Trichophyton rubrum
- Trichophyton soudanense/violaceum
- Trichophyton tonsurans
- Trichosporon species
- (beigelii, mucoides)
BACTERIAL:
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Staphylococcus aureus
PARASITIC MITE:
- Sarcoptes scabiei
Our Solutions
Practice Workflow Solutions
Coordinated courier services are available, including FedEx, UPS or local courier.
Clinically actionable reports delivered within 48 hours of sample receipt.
Coverage varies by plan. Call us and we will confirm coverage for your patients.
Integrates easily with EMR systems online via our Client Web Portal.
Who orders it
Podiatry and dermatology.
What it covers
Fungi and bacteria that cause nail infections. The full target list is shown above.
Specimens and turnaround
| Method | PCR (polymerase chain reaction) |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Nail clipping or paronychial tissue |
| Turnaround | Within 48 hours of receipt |
| Supplies | Collection kits provided at no charge |
| Pickup | TLS courier, scheduled or on call |
| Results | Provider portal or your EHR (PointClickCare, athenahealth, Aprima, Allscripts, eClinicalWorks, and more) |
Common questions
How is PCR different from culture?
Culture grows organisms over days and reports what grew. PCR detects organism DNA directly and is not affected by recent antibiotic use or slow-growing species.
What do resistance markers tell me?
They show genes linked to resistance against specific antibiotic classes. They guide the choice of therapy and do not replace clinical judgment.
Can I still order a culture?
Yes. Culture and sensitivity can be ordered with the panel.
Which insurance do you accept?
Coverage varies by plan. Call us at (248) 800-6626 and we will confirm coverage for your patients.
Order nail testing through TLS. Call (248) 800-6626 or open a provider account.
Print and Fill Out Our Requisition Form
Our Testing
From test ordering to results interpretation, our testing is reinforced by our round-the-clock staff of expert laboratory professionals , who are there to assist you at every step of the process.
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