Lab Update 41 - BioFire Filmarray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) Panel
Jun 07, 2023 | Immunology
Encephalitis CNS Infections MeningitisCentral nervous system (CNS) infections have a high morbidity and mortality. Early detection of the offending pathogen and directed therapy is of paramount importance to improve patient outcomes and guide infection control measures. Molecular diagnostic tests have dramatically impacted the diagnosis and management of CNS infections, as these are more rapid and sensitive than conventional culture and antigen detection methods. The BioFire Meningitis/Encephalitis panel offers a syndromic test approach, detecting 14 of the most common bacterial, viral and fungal causes of CNS infections within a rapid turnaround time....
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