WOUND INFECTION TESTING

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When a Wound Won’t Heal

If a cut, surgical incision, or chronic sore becomes red, swollen, or painful, it may be infected. Wound infections delay healing and can lead to serious complications like cellulitis or even sepsis if not identified and treated quickly. Proper diagnosis is the key to safe and effective wound care.

Symptoms like drainage, foul odor, or persistent pain may indicate bacterial or fungal involvement—especially in diabetic or post-operative patients.

What This Test Is and How Does It Work?

Our wound infection test analyzes swab samples from the affected site to identify bacterial or fungal pathogens. We use a combination of:

  • Culture testing (aerobic/anaerobic)
  • Gram staining
  • PCR-based rapid identification
  • Antimicrobial susceptibility testing

This allows us to not only detect the exact microorganism causing the infection but also determine which antibiotics will be most effective.

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Why You Should Get Tested

If you have a wound that’s not healing properly or showing signs of infection, timely testing is crucial::

Identifies the infection-causing organism
Helps guide proper antibiotic or antifungal therapy
Prevents worsening of infection or systemic spread
Supports faster healing and reduced healthcare costs

This is especially important for people with diabetes, compromised immune systems, or surgical wounds.

Why Choose Prescience Diagnostics?

Prescience Diagnostics offers reliable wound care testing backed by clinical insight:

Rapid Turnaround:

Results typically within 24–48 hours.

Precise Pathogen Identification:

Culture + PCR methods.

Resistance Testing:

Helps avoid ineffective antibiotics.

Expert Review:

Our reports assist physicians in selecting optimal treatment.

Safe & Efficient:

Minimally invasive sample collection.

We help ensure your wound receives the right treatment—right on time.

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Additional Questions?

Please reach out to our team with any other inquiries at support@presciencedx.com, or +1 (773) 754-8203, we're available any time.

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Contact us today to learn more about our genomic testing solutions and how we can help your patients.