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SAR Journal of Medicine
Volume-5 | Issue-03
Review Article
Beyond Standard Urine Culture: Advanced Molecular Testing for Urinary Tract Infections
Rob E. Carpenter
Published : June 26, 2024
DOI : 10.36346/sarjm.2024.v05i03.003
Abstract
In this review article, it is emphasized that adopting advanced molecular diagnostics is essential for modern UTI management, offering a more comprehensive, accurate, and rapid approach compared to traditional methods. Standard urine culture’s limitations include low sensitivity and failure to culture certain microorganisms, leading to undiagnosed cases and increased morbidity. Advanced molecular techniques, like multiplex-PCR and pooled antibiotic susceptibility testing have been shown to reduce empiric treatments and negative outcomes significantly. And advanced molecular methods like metagenomics (mNGS) offer comprehensive pathogen detection without prior knowledge of target organisms, improving diagnostic yield. These methods also detect antibiotic resistance genes, aiding in precise treatment strategies and improving patient outcomes. Adopting advanced molecular diagnostics is essential for modern UTI management, offering a more comprehensive, accurate, and rapid approach compared to traditional methods. These technologies are vital in improving patient care and combating antibiotic-resistant infections.

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