Observational study compares rapid molecular methods to traditional tests, improving diagnosis in gastroenteritis.
Key Points
This study aims to evaluate the diagnostic efficiency and turnaround time of rapid molecular methods compared to traditional tests in acute gastroenteritis.
Retrospective observational study of 161 stool samples
Comparison between BioFire FilmArray GI panel and standard-of-care diagnostic methods
Measurement of diagnostic yield and turnaround times from sample collection to results
Data collected from medical records
FAGI detected a median of 2 pathogens per sample compared to 0 for SOC (p<0.001)
FAGI reduced turnaround time from sample collection to result by 18% (median 60 hours vs 73 hours, p<0.001)
FAGI also shortened time from sample receipt to result by 38% (median 45 hours, p<0.001)