文摘
This is the first evaluation of IRIDICA for the molecular diagnosis of sepsis in both oncology and haematology patients. IRIDICA detected 44 relevant microorganisms not isolated by culture and missed 31. IRIDICA showed better sensitivity in oncological than in haematological patients (81.3 vs. 71.4%, by specimen). The use of IRIDICA could lead to an earlier administration of targeted antibiotic therapy, especially in oncology patients.