NAIL FUNGUS-IDX

Faster. Clearer. Smarter Diagnosis.

Detect fungal, bacterial, or mixed infections in a fraction of the time—so you can treat with confidence.

Clinical Background

Nail fungal infections are known to be very common conditions, especially in the aging population. However, bacterial infections and skin disorders can mimic the fungal presentation and may lead clinicians to choose ineffective treatment options. Traditional methods of diagnosis can take upto 3-4 weeks with conventional techniques and the treatment protocols are complicated, costly and carry risks. A patient’s quality of life is negatively impacted for many individuals and particularly those with autoimmune diseases, diabetes and immunocompromised systems can experience significant complications leading to secondary infections and amputations.

The utilization of advanced molecular PCR technology has proven to be more sensitive and specific than culture results and can help clinicians rapidly identify the causative agent(s) before developing a treatment plan.
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Why NAIL FUNGUS-IDX?

  • PCR-based testing delivers results much faster than conventional culture methods.
  • Improves treatment accuracy by clearly identifying the causative agent(s) — fungal, bacterial, or mixed.
  • Helps avoid unnecessary or ineffective medications, improving patient outcomes.
  • Crucial for high-risk patients where early detection is key to preventing serious complications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know Before You Test

PCR testing is faster and more accurate, detecting even nonviable fungal DNA, which traditional cultures can miss.

Anyone experiencing thickened, discolored, brittle, or distorted nails may benefit from the NAIL FUNGUS-IDX test to determine if a fungal infection is present.

No, the test is not painful. It simply involves collecting a small sample from the affected nail for analysis.