Diagnostics

Missed GI infections: MetaPanel closes the gap

For patients with chronic GI symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating, a diagnosis should bring clarity—but often, it doesn’t. Conventional methods like qPCR detect only the most common pathogens, yet over 20% of cases go undiagnosed. A negative result doesn’t always mean no infection—it may simply reflect the limitations of standard testing methods.

MetaPanel extends beyond conventional testing to find what others can’t

Developed in partnership with Sonic Healthcare, MetaPanel™ uses next-generation sequencing (NGS) to detect 175 organisms including 100 GI pathogens, 60 virulence factors, and 15 antimicrobial resistance genes in a single test.

By identifying both routine and hard-to-detect pathogens missed by conventional tests, MetaPanel™ delivers comprehensive insights, supporting more precise decisions and giving clinicians greater diagnostic confidence—so patients receive the right course of action sooner.

Learn how MetaPanel can help detect infections missed by standard tests.

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  • One test. 175 Answers
  • World-first in GI disease diagnosis
  • Identifies hard-to-detect pathogens for clearer diagnoses

  • A Review of MetaPanel: Key insights and performance evaluation from the first 725 cases

    Discover the findings from real-world clinical data in this review led by Adj. Clin. Assoc. Prof. Michael Wehrhahn. Covering the first 725 MetaPanel tests, this report highlights the detection of hidden pathogens, antimicrobial resistance trends, and microbiome insights not typically captured by standard testing. Access the review now.
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  • MetaPanel in practice: Real cases, real insights

    Explore real-world clinical scenarios where MetaPanel was used to investigate chronic GI symptoms - see how it fits into clinical practice, from identifying hidden infections to ruling out pathogens and guiding next steps in patient management.
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  • Beyond standard testing: Use of an mNGS pathogen panel in patients with chronic diarrhea

    Standard tests often miss the cause of chronic diarrhea, leaving patients without answers. This white paper reveals how MetaPanel’s mNGS technology detected hidden pathogens that conventional diagnostics overlooked—offering new insights for more effective patient care. Our upcoming white-paper will be released soon. Sign up to receive a copy as soon as it's released.
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Accessing MetaPanel

Information for Patients: MetaPanel offers a comprehensive approach to diagnosing complex GI conditions using a single stool sample. MetaPanel detects hard to identify pathogens that standard PCR test may miss. MetaPanel is only available through your doctor, who can order the test on your behalf. To find out more click ‘access MetaPanel’ to find out more.

Information for Clinicians: MetaPanel is a world-first diagnostic test powered by next-generation metagenomics, providing clinicians with broader, more precise pathogen detection. Available exclusively through the Sonic Healthcare network—click ‘Learn More’ for more information, including how to order.

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MetaPanel: A paradigm shift in GI diagnosis

MetaPanel™ is a world-first metagenomic test revolutionising pathogen detection and enabling better management of patients suffering chronic gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain and bloating. Powered by next-generation metagenomics, MetaPanel™ goes beyond standard PCR testing to detect a broader range of pathogens, including those often missed by conventional methods.

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