PCR UTI testing, especially through at-home test kits, offers a reliable, convenient, and private way to diagnose UTIs.

Testing for a urinary tract infection can vary based on where you seek care. Learn about the differences in UTI test options and how a negative UTI test can still help you find answers.

Did you know that so-called “gold standard” tests for bladder infections are based on 1950s technology? Learn more about modern, accurate UTI testing that shortens the path to relief.

The weight and burden of experiencing frequent urinary tract infections impact many aspects of a person. By arming yourself with the knowledge and new research on what causes frequent UTIs – you can carve out a new path to freedom from UTIs.

For the 1.3 million women entering menopause each year, the emergence of frequent bladder infections is an unwelcome rite of passage. Dr. Lauren de Winter talks about these two conditions and testing that is becoming more widely available to differentiate between multiple types of bacteria or fungi for those with recurrent infections.

You know something is wrong, but it can be even more maddening when you don’t know the direct cause. It’s no wonder; urinary tract infections, yeast infections, and sexually-transmitted infections all have similar symptoms.  All the more reason to know what symptoms are clear indicators of the specific infection to help seek the proper treatment and much needed relief.

Recently we published a patient experience detailing a young woman’s 8-year journey to the discovery of an embedded UTI and the role that advanced diagnostics played in discovering answers. Two clinicians reached out to express their support and thanks for her coming forward and putting a voice to patients they see every day looking for relief.

After 8 years of no answers, Sierra had her test results in just 48 hours: she was diagnosed with a chronic embedded infection, the result of a bacterial biofilm, within her bladder.