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Wound/Derm Pathogen Panel-Accurate Detection for Skin and Soft Tissue Infections in Marrero

Skin and wound infections can range from mild irritations to severe, treatment-resistant conditions. Our Wound/Derm Pathogen Panel provides comprehensive molecular testing to identify bacterial organisms commonly associated with wound, skin, and soft tissue infections right her in Marrero. 

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By using advanced PCR technology, this panel detects a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens — along with antibiotic resistance markers — to guide effective, targeted therapy and improve patient outcomes.

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Located in in Marrero. Skip ER, urgent care and get right to results. Also servicing New Orleans and Surrounding areas. 

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Pathogens Detected

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Bacterial Pathogens

• Acinetobacter baumannii

• Bacteroides fragilis

• Citrobacter braakii/freundii

• Citrobacter koseri

• Enterobacter cloacae

• Enterococcus spp.

• Escherichia coli

• Klebsiella aerogenes

• Klebsiella oxytoca/michiganensis

• Klebsiella pneumoniae

• Morganella morganii

• Proteus mirabilis

• Pseudomonas aeruginosa

• Serratia marcescens

• Staphylococcus aureus

• Staphylococcus epidermidis

• Staphylococcus saprophyticus

• Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A)

Antibiotic Resistance Markers

• Class A β-lactamase (blaKPC)

• Class A β-lactamase (CTX-M-Group 1)

• Class B metallo-β-lactamase (blaNDM)

• Vancomycin resistance (vanA, vanB)

• Methicillin/Oxacillin resistance (mecA)

• Sulfonamide resistance

• Fluoroquinolone resistance

• Trimethoprim resistance

Why Choose the Wound/Derm Panel

• 🧬 Comprehensive coverage – Detects both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria associated with wound and skin infections.

• ⚡ Fast results – Molecular testing delivers results faster than traditional cultures.

• 💊 Targeted therapy guidance – Resistance markers help clinicians select effective antibiotics.

• 🩹 Clinical confidence – Identify the exact pathogen causing delayed healing, abscesses, or post-surgical infections.

Ideal for Testing When Patients Present With:

• Non-healing or slow-healing wounds

• Post-surgical infections

• Cellulitis or abscesses

• Diabetic or pressure ulcers

• Chronic skin irritation with drainage or odor

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