BioCode® Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel (GPP)

Gastroenteritis, often referred to as the stomach flu, is inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract including the stomach and intestines. Symptoms may include diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach cramps, and usually last 2 weeks, but without proper treatment can lead to dehydration and death. Gastroenteritis is commonly caused by parasites, viruses, and bacteria. Transmission occurs from eating improperly prepared food, drinking contaminated water, and coming into close contact with someone who is infected. There are approximately 179 million cases each year in the United States, and it is a leading cause of death worldwide.