Enduring Present Approaches to Testing: Metagenomic Sequencing - A Tool for Diagnosis of Central Nervous System Infection

Course overview

Metagenomic sequencing has emerged as a tool for the diagnosis of infectious diseases. It can be performed on cerebrospinal fluid to help detect and identify causes of encephalitis and meningitis and has expanded diagnostic capabilities beyond those provided by traditional methods. Given its ability to analyze genetic material from an array of microorganisms, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi, metagenomic sequencing can provide a comprehensive approach to identifying infectious agents. This webinar will cover metagenomic sequencing for diagnosing central nervous system infection. Content will be shared regarding technical details, clinical applications, and results interpretation. Objectives: 1. Describe the technique of metagenomic sequencing. 2. Explain when metagenomic sequencing of cerebrospinal fluid should be considered. 3. Discuss how to interpret results of metagenomic sequencing of cerebrospinal fluid.