Molecular diagnostics
Real-time PCR looks for specific genetic targets. The current panel determines which targets are assessed.
Molecular testing →OUR SCIENCE
A closer look.
A clearer perspective.
Laboratory methods turn a specimen into information. Explore three approaches used across Pure Diagnostic’s published testing services.
SIGNAL, NOT CERTAINTY
A curve has meaning only within a validated test.
Explore a synthetic amplification curve, then use the 3D explorer below to compare laboratory concepts.
INTERACTIVE LABORATORY EXPLORER
See the methods
from another angle.
Real-time PCR
A molecular method used to look for selected pathogen genetic material. The illustration shows synthetic signal curves to explain the idea of amplification, not a diagnostic result.
Method explorer
Illustrative model · no patient data
Scientific illustration. The text on this page provides the information independently of the graphic.
THREE APPROACHES
The method follows
the question.
Toxicology
Screening and definitive methods address different analytical questions. LC-MS/MS is described in Pure’s definitive toxicology services.
Toxicology testing →Genetic analysis
Selected inherited variants can add information to a clinical or family-history discussion. Careful interpretation and counseling may be part of the process.
Genetic testing →A REPORT NEEDS CONTEXT
Information is the start
of understanding.
What a test can tell you depends on its intended use, the targets included and the quality of the specimen. A clinician considers the report alongside the patient’s history and other findings.
Read about laboratory reports →About the 3D graphics
These interactive models explain scientific concepts. The curves, peaks and molecular structures are illustrative and are not patient results, assay-validation data or a depiction of a particular Pure instrument.
The same information is available as readable text. You can pause movement, drag to rotate, or use the arrow keys when the graphic has focus.
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