UTI/STI-IDX
Faster Results. Better Targeted Treatment.
Identify hard-to-detect pathogens and reduce antibiotic misuse with advanced molecular diagnostics.
Clinical Background
Urinary tract infections are among the most common types of illnesses among all ages. However, accurate diagnosis is still a conundrum, and efficient diagnostics has led to UTIs being misdiagnosed or inappropriately treated.
Conventional laboratory culture techniques can take 3-14 days to return. These techniques may be limited in that they only detect the most common pathogens, like E. coli and Klebsiella, and often miss others that can cause UTIs. These are usually missed because they don’t easily grow in culture medium.
Clinicians have often been left with no choice but to prescribe broad-spectrum antibiotics while awaiting test results. Unfortunately, this has contributed to the growing epidemic of antibiotic resistance.
Why UTI/STI-IDX?
- Results in 48–72 hours — significantly faster than standard culture
- Detects a broader range of uropathogens, even those that don’t grow well in culture
- Supports precision medicine by guiding targeted antimicrobial therapy
- Helps reduce unnecessary antibiotic use and combats resistance
- Ideal for patients with recurring UTIs or unresolved symptoms
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know Before You Test
How is UTI/STI-IDX different from a standard urine culture?
It uses molecular PCR technology to detect a broader range of pathogens quickly, including those that may not grow in traditional cultures.
Will this test detect sexually transmitted infections too?
Yes, UTI/STI-IDX is designed to detect both urinary tract infections and a broad range of sexually transmitted infections in a single, accurate test.
Can this test reduce the need for antibiotics?
Yes, UTI/STI-IDX helps identify the exact cause of infection, allowing providers to prescribe targeted treatments and avoid unnecessary antibiotics.