![]() ![]() Genome sequencing, also known as Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), uses various methodologies to acquire data about the nucleic acid composition and DNA sequence of a viral sample. This drive thru, the first of what is now over 25 such drive thru test sites across Kentucky and Indiana, is open 7 days a week, offers same-day results at no cost, and is open to the public with no appointment necessary.īeyond testing innovations, Gravity has also invested in genome sequencing technology to help detect and report SARS-CoV-2 variants. In May of 2021, Gravity Diagnostics offered another testing option by partnering with the Commonwealth of Kentucky to launch its COVID-19 testing drive-through site. With the availability of overnight shipping on test kit orders, this helped people get the results they needed in a timely manner so they could get back to work, school, and/or travel. This gave individuals access to an affordable COVID-19 home test kit with up to same-day turnaround times from a high quality and reliable (CAP-accredited and CLIA-certified) laboratory. In March 2021, Gravity Diagnostics received FDA emergency use authorization (EUA) approval for GetMyDNA. Since GetMyDNA’s at-home collection kit provided the gold-standard anterior nasal swab PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test that could check for genetic material produced by the virus and thus determine whether an asymptomatic or symptomatic individual is infected with COVID-19, its suddenly became another vital weapon in the fight against the disease. When COVID-19 arrived, the Gravity Diagnostics team realized the need for GetMyDNA would become ever more important. GetMyDNA was launched to eliminate this key frustration encountered by doctors and patients alike in medication management. This information allows a provider to prescribe medication more effectively by either raising or lowering dosages to better match the patient’s metabolism or even switch to a different drug entirely. “He needs to get a negative test to go back to school,” said Kenny, Owen’s dad.Pharmacogenetic testing analyzes an individual’s DNA to identify genetic differences that can affect how an individual responds to particular medications. After that, they are usually done testing. “Instead of quarantining yourself for 14 days because you were around someone that got COVID, you can actually do testing every day,” Remington said.įive days of negative tests can keep kids in school. ![]() Dozens of others are already underway across the country. Gravity is now assisting several Kentucky school districts that are rolling out these pilot programs. It allows children who are potentially exposed in the classroom to return to school if they receive a negative COVID test. Owen may also benefit from a “test to stay” program at his school. His parents took him to get tested Friday morning. And my nose has been really runny, and my throat has been hurting a lot,” said Owen, a fourth-grader at Campbell Ridge Elementary in Northern Kentucky. ![]() “I think it’s my asthma that’s been acting up a lot. “We call it peace-of-mind testing,” said Tony Remington, Gravity Diagnostics’ president and CEO.įor some families, a positive or negative COVID-19 test allows for healthy decisions. ![]() “Within 24 hours or at midnight of that same night,” said Kayla Gibby, director of process quality at Gravity Diagnostics. The results through Gravity Diagnostics come back quicker than at other testing sites: “I’m here so I can get tested for the Jonas Brothers concert,” said Brooklyn. “I’m worried about exposure through work,” said John, another person who was at the testing site Friday. “I’m going to a concert tomorrow, and I have to show proof of vaccination, even though I’ve already had COVID,” said Kelly, a woman who went to the free Gravity Diagnostics drive-thru testing site in Covington on Friday morning. The idea behind “test to stay” is to be able to stay or go wherever by getting tested regularly after potential exposure or before going into a situation where a person could potentially, if not yet vaccinated, expose others. ![]()
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