Implementation of GeneXpert PCR to improve diagnostic turnaround time for bacteraemia in regional South Australia.

Key Points

• To evaluate the implementation of GeneXpert PCR for diagnosing bacteraemia in regional laboratories.
• Implemented GeneXpert PCR for Staphylococcus aureus testing in regional labs
• Compared diagnostic turnaround times before and after implementation
• Focused on improving testing capacity in areas with limited resources
• Significantly reduced diagnostic turnaround time for Staphylococcus aureus
• Improved access to rapid testing in regional health services
• Enhanced capacity for detecting bacteraemia in regional settings