Endophthalmitis Profile by PCR - Fluid

This test measures the presence of DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) from 17 types of bacteria, 2 types of fungi, and 3 DNA viruses in the fluid within your eye.

• To identify bacterial, fungal, or viral infections inside the eye • To determine the type of pathogen causing the infection and decide the appropriate treatment • To track the effectiveness of treatment

This test is recommended • if you are suspected to be suffering from endophthalmitis, • if you have symptoms such as severe eye pain, decreased vision, sensitivity to light or redness of the eye after an injury or surgery, or • if you are immunocompromised.

The presence of DNA from certain bacteria, fungi, or viruses indicates an infection inside the eye.

Your ophthalmologist will collect 3 ml of fluid from inside your eye in a sterile leak-proof container. The sample is then sent to the laboratory for PCR testing.

Inform your doctor of all medications and supplements you are taking. Your doctor may give specific instructions if you have conditions that affect immune function or blood clotting.

Your ophthalmologist may also order other tests to diagnose endophthalmitis, such as bacterial culture or fungal culture of the eye fluid.

Eye Fluid PCR test or Ocular Microbiology test

Endophthalmitis is a severe infection within the eye that can result from trauma, surgery, or spreading from another infected area in the body. It can cause intense pain, redness, and swelling of the eye, and if left untreated, it can lead to vision loss and blindness.