This test is designed to detect pathogens and/or bacterial agents surrounding the wound potentially causing discoloration and foreign particles to be present in the area of infection. This test helps with ruling out the cause of infections from bacterial pathogens resulting from following common wounds:

• Infectious wounds: Bacterial, fungal, or viral
• Ischemic wounds: Lack of sufficient blood supply
• Radiation poisoning wounds: Excessive exposure to ionizing radiating materials
• Surgical wounds: Wounds caused by incisions made during surgery
• Ulcers (the most common type of chronic wounds)
• Arterial ulcers: Hypertension, Atherosclerosis (plugging) and thrombosis (clotting)
• Venous ulcers: Deep vein thrombosis, varicose, veins and venous hypertension
• Diabetic ulcers: Impaired immune function, ischemia (due to poor blood circulation) and neuropathy (nerve damage)
• Pressure Ulcers (breakage of skin and ulceration - also known as bed sores)
• Chemotherapy: Skin atrophy, soft tissue fibrosis and micro-vascular damage

ACCURATE RESULTS

• Real-Time PCR for pathogen identification
• Detection of antibiotic resistance
• Precisely analyze the genetic material of pathogens
• 3-5X more sensitive than conventional cultures
• Pathogen identification and antibiotic resistance within 24 hours

ADVANTAGES

• Provides an Accurate Diagnosis within 24 hours
• Detects Polymicrobial Infections at Once
• Unaffected by concurrent antibiotic use
• Detects pathogens that may not be detectable by culture
• Decreases Healthcare Costs
• Improves Antibiotic Stewardship
• Reduces Unnecessary Drug Exposure and Adverse Events
• Decreases Patient Risks
• Eliminates subjectivity and improves clinical confidence
• Improves Patient Satisfaction

A2Z Diagnostics is redefining wound care pathogen identification. Offering six different specialized panels that can detect up to 46 pathogens at once per wound type. This level of specification combined with the most advanced technology is the first step to achieving successful wound healing.