Laboratory Testing
Kentucky Biomarker Bill: The Right Test for the Right Treatment
Author: Dr. JP Canner, Ph.D., NRCC, MT(AAB) The right test for the right treatment. The Commonwealth of Kentucky enacted HB180 this year which mandates insurance coverage of biomarker testing. Kentucky joins 13 other states with legislation addressing this complex issue. Biomarkers can either be direct targets or closely associated indicators of a disease. …
Read MorePGx: Truth, Hope, and Hype
Author: Dr. JP Canner, Ph.D., NRCC, MT(AAB) Pharmacogenetics (PGx) is the practice of applying the knowledge of an individual’s genes to guide the best therapeutic options. Given the generality of this definition, there are numerous ways to implement PGx in practice. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of PGx, detailing what it is and…
Read MoreXylazine: Still a Threat
Author: Dr. JP Canner, Ph.D., NRCC, MT(AAB) Xylazine: Still a Threat In April 2023, Xylazine was designated as an emerging threat to the United States after a series of reports from the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration). (1) While the dangers of Xylazine have been documented, the prevalence of…
Read MoreGravity Diagnostics Expands Diagnostic Product Offerings by Launching Blood Testing
Gravity Diagnostics announces another expansion of their diagnostic product offerings with the addition of blood testing. Gravity currently serves over 1,000 customers nationwide, some of which include private practices, urgent cares, rehab and addiction clinics, pain management, and more. In July 2016, Gravity specialized primarily in toxicology testing, but quickly added pharmacogenomics, sexually transmitted infection testing,…
Read MoreGravity Diagnostics Milestone of 2 Million COVID-19 Samples Processed
(Covington, KY)- On March 16th, 2020, Gravity Diagnostics started its journey in fighting against the COVID-19 pandemic with a total of 3 COVID-19 samples processed. In the last 10 months, Gravity has now processed over 2 million COVID-19 samples. The team at Gravity has worked undeniably hard to get our customers the results they need. “Since…
Read MoreHave you ever heard of Pharmacogenomic (PGx) Testing?
Have you ever heard of Pharmacogenomic (PGx) Testing? A PGx test is used by a physician as a dosing guidance tool to help treat patients who are prescribed certain medications. Gravity Diagnostics offers PGx testing through a simple swab of the cheek—the following panels provide data for genes that code for over 130 medications: Mental…
Read MoreThe Importance of STI Tests
Have you ever been curious about the prevalence and importance of STIs? Gravity Diagnostics offers STI Testing through urine or e-genital swab for the following STIs: Herpes Simplex Virus 1 & 2 Chlamydia Trachomatis Gardnerella Vaginalis Ureaplasma Urealyticum Mycoplasma Genitalium Trichomonas Vaginalis Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Gravity’s STI requisition form indicates the best patient population to test,…
Read MoreSTI Testing
Did you know? Those who have Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) are at a higher risk for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). Addiction recovery centers and substance abuse treatment centers present great opportunities to offer counseling for STIs. Those who have SUDs are at a higher risk for contracting an STI due to the behaviors associated with…
Read MoreDL Isomer Testing Explained
Did you know? D/L Isomer testing is extremely important when it comes to medication management. Isomers are molecules that have the same molecular formula, but are arranged differently in space. For example, your hands can be seen as isomers. Your right and left hands both have the same type and amount of fingers, but your…
Read MoreGravity Diagnostics Announces Scientific Advisory Board
(Covington, KY) – Gravity Diagnostics is proud to introduce its Scientific Advisory Board. Each expert on the board brings a unique perspective to forward the company’s mission of reducing drug abuse and the addiction of controlled substances. Below are the members of our Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Miriam Boeri received her doctorate of philosophy from…
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