04/17/2026
🧬 **What Does PCR Testing Actually Detect?**
PCR testing has become a household term over the last few years — but what's actually happening in the lab when a sample gets tested?
PCR, or polymerase chain reaction, works by detecting the genetic material of a pathogen rather than your body's response to it. That distinction matters. It means we can identify the presence of a virus, bacteria, or fungus directly — often earlier and more precisely than traditional methods.
At Pretorian Labs, our molecular team uses PCR to give providers the kind of clarity that leads to better, faster treatment decisions.
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