Clinical Specialties

Advanced Molecular Diagnostics for Podiatry Clinics

Fast, Accurate PCR Testing for Foot, Wound, and Nail Infections

Same Cost as Culture — Far Superior Results

Foot and lower-extremity infections can escalate quickly—especially in patients with diabetes, neuropathy, vascular disease, or compromised immune systems. Chronetyx provides rapid, highly sensitive molecular PCR diagnostics designed specifically to support podiatrists in diagnosing infections early, guiding targeted therapy, and preventing complications that can lead to hospitalization or amputation.

All of our testing is performed on a fully automated molecular platform, delivering next-day results with accuracy superior to Culture & Sensitivity—while maintaining similar cost.

Why Podiatrists Choose Chronetyx

Next-Day Turn-Around-Times

Early identification is crucial for diabetic foot wounds, nail infections, cellulitis, surgical implant infections, and postoperative concerns. Most PCR results return next day.

More Accurate Than Culture

PCR identifies pathogens that culture can miss, including:

• Fastidious and slow-growing organisms
• Biofilm-associated organisms common in chronic wounds
• Polymicrobial infections
• Organisms suppressed by prior antibiotic use

Accurate Even After Antibiotics

Many podiatry patients begin empiric antibiotics before evaluation. Culture can fail under these conditions—but PCR remains accurate because it detects DNA directly.

Automatic Antibiotic Resistance Gene Reporting

When a pathogen is detected, resistance genes reflex automatically—providing actionable therapy guidance without extra orders.

Same Cost as Culture — Better Clinical Insight

Our molecular wound and nail testing is priced equivalent to traditional Culture & Sensitivity, offering far better accuracy, faster results, and more comprehensive information.

Our Podiatry Molecular Panels

Wound PCR Panel

Precise identification for diabetic foot ulcers, chronic wounds, and postoperative infections.

Ideal for:

• Diabetic foot wounds
• Chronic non-healing ulcers
• Post-surgical or implant-associated infections
• Trauma wounds
• Cellulitis or deep tissue infections

Benefits:

• Detects polymicrobial communities frequently seen in diabetic foot ulcers
• Identifies organisms commonly associated with limb-threatening infections
• Includes antibiotic resistance genes to guide effective therapy
• Accelerates clinical decision-making and improves healing time

Nail Infection PCR Panel (Onychomycosis & Nail Bed Infections) – Coming Soon

More accurate than KOH prep or culture for fungal and mixed nail infections.

PCR detects:

• Dermatophytes
• Non-dermatophyte molds
• Yeasts (e.g., Candida species)
• Bacterial coinfections that often complicate nail infections

Benefits:

• Clarity when presentation is unclear
• Distinguishes fungal vs. bacterial vs. mixed infections
• Perfect for recurrent or treatment-resistant cases
• Supports targeted therapy rather than trial-and-error

Soft Tissue & Joint PCR Panel

Fast identification for infections involving the forefoot, midfoot, ankle, and small joints.

Ideal for:

• Septic arthritis in small joints
• Postoperative tendon/joint infections
• Deep space infections
• Bursitis with suspected infection

Key Advantages for Podiatry Practices

Reduce Hospitalizations & Amputations

Early, accurate diagnosis reduces progression to osteomyelitis or systemic infection.

Better Antibiotic Stewardship

Antibiotic resistance gene reporting prevents ineffective therapy and reduces unnecessary broad-spectrum use.

Support for Limb-Salvage Programs

High accuracy and fast turn-around-times make Chronetyx ideal for high-risk diabetic or neuropathic patients.

Improved Patient Satisfaction

Patients get answers faster with fewer return visits and treatment failures.

Works Seamlessly With Podiatry Workflows

Swab-based kits are quick, clean, and easy for podiatry teams to collect.

Designed for Busy Podiatry Clinics

• Free courier pickup within the Memphis area
• Free FedEx overnight shipping nationally
• Pre-labeled wound and nail collection kits
• Clean, clinician-friendly reports
• Integration with EHR systems (HL7, Secure FTP, or CLEO)