Gastrointestinal infections can be caused by a variety of different pathogens including viruses, bacteria, and parasites.

GI infection is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, especially
among young children and immunocompromised patients. According to WHO, globally,
there are nearly 1.7 billion cases of childhood diarrhoeal disease each year and it kills
around 525,000 children under five every year. Gastroenteritis is a common condition
that affects the gut. It refers to the inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that includes
the stomach and the intestines. Migenetics Laboratory uses syndromic diagnostic solutions to assist doctors identify gastrointestinal infection (GI) pathogens, causing gastroenteritis, making it easier to treat patients quickly and improve outcomes.