UTI Express™ PCR Testing
UTI Express™ brings PCR-based UTI testing into your office, delivering results the same day. No more waiting days for culture results. No more callbacks to start treatment. Backed by peer-reviewed studies demonstrating clinical utility. Available even in states restricted by MolDX.
Why In-Office Molecular UTI Testing Matters
The traditional approach to UTI diagnosis has a fundamental problem: it’s slow. Send urine to an outside lab for culture, wait 2-4 days for results, then call the patient back to discuss treatment. Meanwhile, patients suffer with symptoms or start empirical antibiotics that may not match the actual pathogen.
UTI Express™ changes this equation entirely. PCR-based molecular detection identifies pathogens with precision—and delivers results the same day, not days later. You can confirm the diagnosis, identify the causative organism, and start appropriate treatment the same day.
This isn’t just convenience. It’s better care. Faster time to appropriate treatment. Reduced use of broad-spectrum empirical antibiotics. Better patient experience. Clinical decisions based on actual pathogen identification, not guesswork.
How UTI Express™ Works
UTI Express™ uses polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology to detect and identify urinary tract pathogens directly from urine specimens. Unlike culture-based methods that require bacterial growth over days, PCR amplifies pathogen DNA for rapid, accurate identification.
The workflow is designed for physician office laboratories: collect a standard clean-catch urine specimen, process it through the PCR system, and receive results the same day. Your lab staff receives comprehensive training as part of Doc Lab’s implementation support.
Results identify specific pathogens, giving you the information needed to select targeted therapy. No more waiting. No more callbacks. Treatment decisions happen the same day.
Key Benefits
Same-Day Results
Results the same day, not 2-4 days later. Diagnose and treat in a single visit.
Molecular Precision
PCR-based detection identifies pathogens with accuracy that culture-based methods can't match. Know exactly what you're treating.
Replace Send-Out Cultures
Keep UTI diagnosis in your practice instead of sending specimens to outside labs. Better turnaround, better control, better patient experience.
Faster Time to Appropriate Treatment
Start targeted therapy immediately instead of empirical treatment while waiting for culture results.
Peer-Reviewed Validation
Clinical utility demonstrated through published studies. Science-backed testing you can trust.
Reduce Antibiotic Overuse
Pathogen identification enables targeted prescribing, reducing reliance on broad-spectrum empirical therapy.
Nationwide Availability
Available in all states, including those restricted by MolDX.
Sample Report
Sample UTI Express™ report showing pathogen detection results. Clear identification of causative organisms enables targeted treatment decisions during the patient visit.v
Who Should Consider UTI Express™
Urology Practices
UTI is a core part of urological care. UTI Express™ transforms diagnosis from a multi-day process to a same-day decision, improving patient care and treatment outcomes.
Primary Care Practices
UTI is among the most common reasons for primary care visits. In-office molecular testing enables efficient, accurate diagnosis without send-out delays.
Urgent Care Centers
Patients presenting with UTI symptoms expect answers quickly. UTI Express™ delivers the rapid, accurate results urgent care demands.
OB/GYN & Women's Health Practices
UTIs are common in women's health settings. Same-day molecular testing streamlines diagnosis and treatment, especially for patients with recurrent infections.
Any Practice Tired of Culture Delays
If you're frustrated by waiting days for culture results while patients suffer with symptoms, UTI Express™ offers a better approach.
Common Questions
How is UTI Express™ different from traditional urine culture?
Traditional culture requires bacterial growth over 2-4 days. UTI Express™ uses PCR to detect pathogen DNA directly, delivering results the same day. Faster turnaround, same-day treatment decisions.
Is UTI Express™ as accurate as culture?
PCR-based detection offers excellent accuracy for pathogen identification. Published studies demonstrate clinical utility comparable to or exceeding traditional culture for common UTI pathogens.
What pathogens does UTI Express™ detect?
UTI Express™ detects common urinary tract pathogens including E. coli, Proteus spp., Klebsiella spp., Enterococcus spp., Candida spp., Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacter spp., and Staphylococcus aureus. The test also detects key antibiotic resistance genes to help guide treatment decisions.
What specimen is required?
A standard clean-catch urine specimen. No special collection requirements beyond what you'd use for a routine UA or culture.
Can I run UTI Express™ in my existing POL?
Yes. UTI Express™ is designed for physician office laboratories. Doc Lab provides full implementation support including equipment, training, validation, and ongoing management.
Is UTI Express™ available nationwide?
Yes, UTI Express is available in all states including MolDX jurisdictions.