
Procalcitonin (PCT) test
The PCT test measures the concentration of procalcitonin (PCT) in the blood and is used to evaluate the presence and severity of bacterial infections.
It plays a critical role in the diagnosis of sepsis and severe systemic infections, and is also useful for monitoring the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy.
| Specimen | Serum, Plasma |
|---|---|
| Test time | 10 min |
| Specimen volume | 80 μL |
| Measurable range | 0.1-100 ng/mL |
| Strorage temperature | 2-30°C |
