Universal Antibiotic Resistance Genes (Add-On Only)-Diagnostic Solutions Kit:
Note: This is a home collection test kit that will be mailed to you.
Coupon Codes not valid for Add-on testing
Fasting Required: No
Specimen: Stool
Lab: Diagnostic Solutions
Results: 7-10 business days
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Special Instructions: Ship to lab Monday-Friday only. Specimen MUST be received by the lab within 6 days of collection. If you cannot ship the specimen on the day of collection, please refrigerate the sample. Avoid taking aspirin for 2 days prior to collection. DO NOT discontinue and medications unless directed by your physician.
Description: The Universal Antibiotic Resistance Genes panel detects genes associated with resistance to the most commonly prescribed antibiotics for gastrointestinal infections. The mobile genetic elements in the panel can be found in a variety of different microbes. The presence of these genes in a bacterial population have been associated with moderate to high levels of antibiotic resistance in human gastrointestinal infections.
Universal Antibiotic Resistance Genes Panel – Identifies Microbial Resistance to These Classes of Antibiotics
- ß-lactams
- Fluoroquinolones
- Vancomycin
- Macrolides
- Ciprofloxacin
- 5-Nitroimidazoles (non-Helicobacter pylori)
- Trimethoprim
- Sulfonamides
- Methicillin
- Chloramphenicol