【SUMMARY】
Procalcitonin (PCT) is a small protein that comprises 116 amino acid residues with a molecular weight of approximately 13 kDa which was first described by Moullec et al. In 1984. PCT is produced normally in C-cells of the thyroid glands. In 1993, the elevated level of PCT in patients with a system infection of bacterial origin was reported and PCT is now considered to be the main marker of disorders accompanied by systemic inflammation and sepsis. The diagnostic value of PCT is important due to the close correlation between PCT concentration and the severity of inflammation. It was shown that “inflammatory” PCT is not produced in C-cells. Cells of neuroendocrine origin are presumably the source of PCT during inflammation.

【DIRECTIONS FOR USE】
Allow test cassette, specimen, buffer and/or controls to equilibrate to room temperature (15-30 ℃) prior to testing.
1. Remove the Test Cassette from the foil pouch and use it as soon as possible. Best results will be obtained if the assay is performed within one hour.
2. Place the Test Cassette on a clean and level surface.
For Serum or Plasma specimens:
Hold the dropper vertically and transfer 1 drop of serum or plasma (approximately 25μL) to the specimen well (S) of the Test Cassette, and add 1 drop of buffer (approximately 40μL), then start the timer. See illustration below.
For Venipuncture Whole Blood specimens:
Hold the dropper vertically and transfer 2 drops of whole blood (approximately 50μL) to the specimen well (S) of the Test Cassette, and add 1 drop of buffer (approximately 40μL), then start the timer. See illustration below.
For Fingerstick Whole Blood specimens:
To use a capillary tube: Fill the capillary tube and transfer approximately 50μL of fingerstick whole blood specimen to the specimen well (S) of the Test Cassette, then add 1 drop of buffer (approximately 40μL) and start the timer. See illustration below.
3. Wait for the colored line is appeared. The result should be read at 15minutes. Do not interpret the result after 20 minutes.

 

Cat. No.	Product Description	Specimen	Format	Kit Size	Cut-Off	Status
CPC-402	Procalcitonin(PCT) Rapid Test Cassette	WB/ S / P	Cassette	10 T	1 ng/mL	CE