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Say Hello to Sinus Health, Clarity, & Relief!
Are you experiencing lasting congestion in your nose, pain around your eyes and forehead, a headache, or a nagging cough? These symptoms could signal an infection is harming your sinuses, affecting your head, face, and nose. Uncovering the cause calls for a precise understanding of your sinuses – at the microbial level.
Say goodbye to uncertainty and take control of your health with the most advanced microbial testing technology available.
MicroGenDX has over 20 years of clinical experience in molecular diagnostics, especially in the infectious disease space. Our laboratory's expertise is supported by over 70 peer-reviewed studies, reflecting our strong commitment to delivering accurate and reliable results.
SinusKEY employs qPCR, a testing method trusted by healthcare providers, clinics, and hospitals worldwide, and NGS to generate a microbial picture of the bacteria and fungi in your sample. This ensures that you receive the most precise and comprehensive results possible.
MicroGenDX prices its products affordably to reflect their value and ensure high-quality testing is accessible to everyone. We believe comprehensive, reliable diagnostics should be within reach for all who seek better health.
From the convenience of at-home testing kits to responsive customer support, every aspect of the MicroGenDX experience is designed to make caring for your respiratory health as stress-free and straightforward as possible.
Whether a sinus infection is a minor inconvenience or significantly impacts your quality of life, it’s time to take control of your sinus health. SinusKEY provides a reliable, accurate, and convenient way to identify the cause of your sinus issues, helping you get effective treatment faster. Don’t let chronic sinus issues hold you back! Order your test kit today and take the first step toward breathing easier.
What is Sinusitis?: Commonly known as a sinus infection, sinusitis is the inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses, which are the air-filled spaces in your head. These spaces or sinus cavities, spread from your nose down to the middle of your cheeks and up to your forehead. Sinuses help humidify the air you breath, produce mucus to trap pathogens, and improve your voice’s resonance. When sinus cavities become blocked and filled with fluid, they can become a breeding ground for germs, leading to an infection. Sinusitis can manifest differently, depending on the duration and frequency of symptoms. Types of Sinusitis:
Though rare, untreated sinusitis can lead to complications like meningitis, abscesses, or infections of the bones or eyes, highlighting the need for timely testing and treatment. This condition affects about ~30 million Americans each year and costs the economy over $5.8 billion annually. Symptoms:
Causes: Sinus infections can be caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses. Common triggers include smoking, allergies, or the common cold, which blocks the sinuses, leading to bacterial growth. Other significant risk factors include:
Diagnosis and Treatment: A healthcare provider would typically conduct a physical examination, inquire into your medical history, and potentially order imaging tests. Your SinusKEY test results can be utilized by a provider to assist in diagnosing your case. SinusKEY excels in its ability to provide additional information, especially in challenging cases so that treatment and diagnosis decisions are based on quality, comprehensive information. On the path to recovery, a SinusKEY test could provide valuable information about a possible bacterial or fungal infection. Treatment varies based on the type of sinusitis, but often includes:
For chronic or recurrent cases, a healthcare provider might recommend more advanced interventions like corticosteroids or surgery. Chronic cases may also call for lifestyle changes or allergy management. Note that only a healthcare provider can make a diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
Unlike standard sinus tests that rely on limited methods like cultures or imaging, SinusKEY uses advanced qPCR and Next-Generation DNA Sequencing (NGS). These technologies detect over 57,000 bacteria and fungi with 99.2% accuracy and identify antibiotic resistance, which imaging and cultures cannot provide. While imaging can reveal blockages or structural issues in the sinuses, it doesn’t identify the specific culprits behind your infection. Even culture testing is only capable of growing 2% of bacteria. SinusKEY works at the microbial level, enabling your provider to make a more accurate diagnosis and tailor treatment to your situation – helping you get better, faster care.
Some infections have recurring symptoms, like nasal congestion or facial pain, that seem to improve, disappear, and then return. These recurring symptoms could indicate chronic sinusitis. Even if your infection isn't chronic sinusitis, SinusKEY can uncover the responsible microbes. It provides a comprehensive view of the microbes causing your sinus issues, even if you aren't experiencing an active flare-up when you take the test. This deep analysis may reveal hidden or persistent infections (like drug-resistant ones) that are often missed by regular tests, promoting more effective, long-term treatment and recovery.
SinusKEY gives a comprehensive analysis of microbes that might be causing recurring infections, including those that are not detectable via regular testing methods, such as culture. A thorough analysis can reveal previously unseen microbes, enabling your healthcare provider to develop a more effective treatment plan.
Absolutely. SinusKEY is designed to identify pathogens even in individuals with underlying conditions like allergies or asthma, helping to distinguish an actual sinus infection from allergy-induced symptoms.
Yes, sinusitis is a broad term that encompasses more than one type of sinus infection. Various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, or fungi, can cause inflammation of the sinuses, which is what leads to sinusitis. Sinusitis can often involve multiple pathogens simultaneously, resulting in a polymicrobial infection—especially common in chronic, recurrent, or difficult-to-treat cases. Understanding the specific pathogens or combination of pathogens causing your sinusitis is crucial for effective treatment. SinusKEY is designed to identify the exact microbial culprits and quantify their abundance, providing a comprehensive picture that supports precise, personalized care.
Sample should be shipped out to the lab within 24 hours of collection. If you are unable to ship out the sample within 24 hours, be sure to place in a refrigerator.
Samples that have not been submitted, cannot be refunded after 90 days.
New York orders for this product will only run qPCR for gene resistance (excluding Quinolone resistance) and bacterial load; followed by NGS, which compares the DNA to a library of over 57,000 microbial species.
Samples originating from New York patients, or providers, will NOT receive antibiotic recommendations.
We DO NOT offer refunds on shipping fees or lab services.
MicroGenDX cannot ship to Russia, China (except Hong Kong), Ukraine, Hungary, India, or any country in Africa.
For International Orders ONLY: The shipping cost will only cover the cost of shipping the test kit to you.
We are unable to provide return shipping to international customers and the customer is responsible for shipping the test kit back to our Laboratory Facility in Lubbock, Texas.
Please make sure to use the following address for your return shipment:
6901 Quaker Ave, Suite 200 Lubbock TX 79413 ATTN: MicroGenDX Receiving.
Please contact kits@microgendx.com with any questions.
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