MyUTI provides at-home PCR test kits for urinary tract infections, delivering accurate results within 24 hours. The service identifies the specific pathogens causing UTI symptoms and offers targeted antibiotic recommendations, addressing the need for convenient and private testing options.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional urinary tract infection (UTI) testing often requires in-person clinic visits, causing delays in diagnosis and treatment. Patients seeking quick answers and relief from uncomfortable symptoms face inconvenience and potential delays in receiving appropriate care.
Solution
MyUTI offers an at-home PCR test kit that allows individuals to collect a urine sample and receive accurate results within 24 hours of lab receipt. The test identifies the specific pathogens, including bacteria and fungi, causing the UTI, as well as any antibiotic resistance genes present. This comprehensive analysis enables informed treatment decisions and reduces the risk of ineffective antibiotic prescriptions. Patients can securely access their results online and share them with their healthcare provider for personalized treatment recommendations.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals experiencing frequent or recurrent UTI symptoms, as well as those seeking a convenient and private alternative to traditional clinic-based testing.
Features
- Convenient at-home urine collection kit with easy-to-follow instructions
- PCR-based testing to identify 12 common UTI-causing pathogens
- Detection of the top 3 antibiotic resistance genes
- Results available within 24 hours of the lab receiving the sample
- Secure online portal to view and download test results
- Personalized treatment recommendations based on detected pathogens and resistance markers
- Free overnight shipping to the lab
- HSA/FSA eligibility