MicroGenDX Press Releases

ORLANDO, Fla., Sep 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — MicroGen Diagnostics, the industry leader in providing Next-Generation DNA Sequencing (NGS) for clinical diagnostics, has acquired its RTL Genomics partner lab to expand expertise and capacity in non-clinical primary research.

ORLANDO, Fla., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — MicroGen Diagnostics, the industry leader in providing next-generation DNA sequencing (NGS) for clinical diagnostics, has introduced OrthoKEY, an innovative approach to address current clinical shortcomings in the diagnosis of orthopedic infections. OrthoKEY brings accuracy, sensitivity, timeliness, and affordability to PJI diagnostics and management for the clinic and operating room.

MicroGen Diagnostics, the industry leader in providing next-generation DNA sequencing (NGS) for clinical diagnostics, announces its entry into oral microbial diagnostics with the PerioDX test. PerioDX is the first commercially available saliva-based periodontal test to combine quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) and NGS technology for comprehensive DNA diagnostic results. PerioDX identifies 17 antibiotic resistance genes and all clinically relevant microbes in a sample,1 thereby assisting clinicians both with treatment choices and promoting antimicrobial stewardship.

“We’re honored and excited to be part of this study to evaluate the impact of space travel on the urinary microbiome,” says Rick Martin, CEO of MicroGenDX. “MicroGenDX is uniquely qualified to provide this data for analysis that could be the basis for future solutions to astronaut medical care. This work will help shape the future of long-term space missions — including the multi-year Mars mission.”

New variants continue to emerge rapidly around the globe, causing sequencing efforts at health departments and universities to surveil a small portion of the population and, in some cases, limit their sequencing efforts to breakthrough cases. MicroGenDX is proud to offer the first commercially available, quick-turnaround, economical and accurate option for SARS-CoV-2 whole genome sequencing to combat the spread of emerging variants and gain a better understanding of the epidemiology of SARS-CoV-2.