Evaluating a Fully Automated 16S/tNGS Solution for the Detection of Bacterial and Fungal Pathogens in Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissues

In collaboration with George Washington University, the fully automated Clear Dx™ Microbial ID tNGS assay is a promising approach for accurate and unbiased fungal and bacterial identification from FFPE. Performance of this assay was comparable to histopathological findings from various anatomical sites. Sequencing approaches with appropriate diagnostic stewardship can complement SOC practices and will have a significant impact in infectious disease management decisions.