AMC Clinical Analysis
AMC Central Nervous System
Advanced Metagenomic Clinical analysis for CNS infections including meningitis, encephalitis, brain abscesses, and CSF infections using Nanopore NGS technology.
15 business days
Nanopore NGS
AMC CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM INFECTIONS
The AMC CNS Test detects all pathogens in cerebrospinal fluid and brain tissue including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites causing CNS infections.
Bacterial Meningitis
N. meningitidis, S. pneumoniae, H. influenzae, L. monocytogenes
Viral Encephalitis
HSV, VZV, Enteroviruses, Arboviruses
Fungi & Parasites
Cryptococcus, Toxoplasma, rare pathogens
Critical Importance
CNS infections are medical emergencies requiring rapid, accurate diagnosis. This test provides comprehensive pathogen detection when traditional methods fail or when unusual pathogens are suspected.
Ideal for culture-negative meningitis, immunocompromised patients, and complex CNS infections.