PCT
Assessing initial risk of bacterial infection and fatal sepsis
Diagnosis of sepsis is routinely performed in intensive care units (ICU) of all hospitals. Early detection of sepsis is very important in determining appropriate treatment as it is known to improve patient survival through a various therapeutic strategy for sepsis. The ichroma™ & AFIAS PCT test helps detect bacterial sepsis and assess the risk of developing septic shock.
- Diagnosis diseases
- Sepsis
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AFIAS
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ichroma™
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ichroma™
Available Instruments
About Using Reagent
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Sample Types
whole blood, plasma, serum -
Reaction Time
12 mins -
Detection Range
AFIAS (0.1 – 100 ng/ml)
ichroma™ (0.1 – 100 ng/ml) -
Indication
Local infection, systemic infection (sepsis), sepsis shock, bacterial infection
In Your Medical Field
By quantitatively measuring PCT in blood (including fingertip blood), it can be conveniently used in emergency rooms as the presence and extent of sepsis can be quickly checked.