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molecular PCR technology
Wound Infection Testing by PCR
Chronic wounds usually hold several organisms living in biofilm, which culture underreports. Our wound panel identifies the bacteria and fungi present and their resistance genes from one swab, supporting targeted therapy and antibiotic stewardship.
Our Testing
PCR Molecular Diagnostic Testing for Wound Care
Our Care
Driving Rapid Patient Diagnostics and Precision Treatment Plans
Antimicrobial Stewardship & Antibiotic Resistance Testing
Recommended Treatment Pathways
Lightning Fast Turnaround Times
How It Works
Wound Testing Easy as 1, 2, 3
STEP 1
STEP 2
Sample is sent to lab + Sample is processed
STEP 3
Who orders it
Wound care centers, podiatry, long-term care, and home health.
What it covers
Bacterial and fungal pathogens found in chronic and acute wounds, plus antibiotic resistance genes.
Specimens and turnaround
| Method | PCR (polymerase chain reaction) |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Wound swab |
| 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 wound 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.
FAST RESULTS
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