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    Procalcitonin (PCT) Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) reagents are rapid, in vitro immunochromatographic assays used to detect bacterial infections and sepsis. They provide quick, bedside quantitative or semi-quantitative measurements of PCT in human serum, plasma, or whole blood, often delivering results in under 30 minutes, crucial for fast antibiotic therapy decisions. 
    Key Aspects of PCT POCT Reagents: 
    • Clinical Utility: Used for rapid sepsis risk assessment in ICUs, emergency departments, and to guide antibiotic management for lower respiratory infections.
    • Performance: High diagnostic accuracy (AUC of 0.97 in some studies) for identifying serious bacterial infections, with sensitivity and specificity that aids in differentiating bacterial from non-bacterial inflammation.
    • Sample Types: Typically utilizes serum, plasma, or whole blood.
    • Result Interpretation: Quantitative or semi-quantitative results are generally available within 15–30 minutes, allowing for immediate clinical action, such as initiating or reducing antibiotic therapy.
    • Rapid Diagnostics: These kits are designed for speed and simplicity, often used in point-of-care settings (POC) rather than a central lab, enabling rapid decision-making. 
    These tests are essential tools for combating sepsis, as they allow for timely diagnosis and monitoring of antimicrobial therapies, often showing better accuracy than traditional markers like C-reactive protein (CRP). 
    • Point-of-care testing for procalcitonin in identifying bacterial ... - PMC
      Dec 12, 2018 — Results. 126 children were included over a 5-month period between September 2017 and January 2018. There were 14 children diagnose...
      National Institutes of Health (.gov)
    • Clinical Utility and Measurement of Procalcitonin - PMC
      Abstract. Procalcitonin (PCT), regarded as a biomarker specific for bacterial infections, is used in a variety of clinical setting...
      PubMed Central (PMC) (.gov)
    • Bedside procalcitonin and acute care - PMC - NCBI
      To conclude, POCT of PCT is definitely helpful in sepsis and septic shock and other respiratory diseases as an early marker. It ca...
      National Institutes of Health (NIH) | (.gov)
    • Procalcitonin (PCT) Test Kit (Colloidal Gold) - RayBiotech
      The PCT test kit is used to detect the concentration of procalcitonin in human serum for clinical diagnosis of bacterial-infected ...
      RayBiotech
    • PCT Rapid Test Kit - Vitrosens Biotechnology
      Apr 1, 2022 — It is suitable for in vitro quantitative detection of the concentration of Procalcitonin (PCT) in human serum, plasma, and whole b...
      Vitrosens Biotechnology
    • Procalcitonin Test Kit
      Intended Use. NOVA Test ® Procalcitonin Rapid Test Kit is intended to be used in the diagnosis and treatment of bacterial infectio...
      Atlas Link Technology Co., Ltd
    • Point-of-care testing for procalcitonin in identifying bacterial ... - PMC
      Dec 12, 2018 — Results. 126 children were included over a 5-month period between September 2017 and January 2018. There were 14 children diagnose...
      National Institutes of Health (.gov)
    • Clinical Utility and Measurement of Procalcitonin - PMC
      Abstract. Procalcitonin (PCT), regarded as a biomarker specific for bacterial infections, is used in a variety of clinical setting...
      PubMed Central (PMC) (.gov)
    • Bedside procalcitonin and acute care - PMC - NCBI
      To conclude, POCT of PCT is definitely helpful in sepsis and septic shock and other respiratory diseases as an early marker. It ca...
      National Institutes of Health (NIH) | (.gov)
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    by AM Dupuy · 2024 · Cited by 1 — New procalcitonin point-of-care test meets analytical performances to stratification of infectious syndrome.Read more

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    Mar 13, 2025 — A procalcitonin test measures the level of procalcitonin in your blood. A high level may be a sign of sepsis, a life-threatening condition.
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    Sepsis and the B·R·A·H·M·S Procalcitonin (PCT) Assay


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    The Atellica IM B·R·A·H·M·S PCT Assay measures the level of procalcitonin in the blood. Leading guidelines indicate PCT testing for sepsis risk assessment, and ...Read more

    Procalcitonin (PCT) Rapid Test Kit


    Vitrosens Biotechnology
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    Apr 1, 2022 — It is suitable for in vitro quantitative detection of the concentration of Procalcitonin (PCT) in human serum, plasma, and whole blood samples.Read more
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    PRCAL - Overview: Procalcitonin, Serum


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    Jul 25, 2024 — Monitoring antibiotic therapy and all-cause mortality for patients diagnosed with severe sepsis or septic shock in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)Read more
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    Elecsys® BRAHMS Procalcitonin (PCT)


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    by JT Content — Elecsys BRAHMS PCT aids clinicians in determining a patient's risk of progression to sepsis and septic shock.Read more
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    The Ultimate Guide to Procalcitonin Testing


    Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM)
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    Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM)
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    May 1, 2023 — Procalcitonin (PCT) is a blood biomarker whose concentrations rise in response to systemic inflammation caused by bacterial infection and sepsis.Read more
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    Procalcitonin (PCT) Test


    Testing.com
    https://www.testing.com › tests › procalcitonin
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    Dec 21, 2020 — The procalcitonin test is useful in helping to detect sepsis and severe bacterial infections in the early stages and to distinguish between a bacterial ...Read more
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    procalcitonin pct test in the clinical laboratory


    Nanjing Poclight Biotechnology Co., Ltd
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    Mar 30, 2022 — A procalcitonin test measures the level of procalcitonin in your blood. A high level could be a sign of a serious bacterial infection, such as ...Read more

    Procalcitonin (PCT) Rapid Test Kit


    Hipro Biotechnology Co.,Ltd
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    Hipro Biotechnology Co.,Ltd
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    Hipro Biotechnology offers advanced PCT test kit. It is an ideal marker for the diagnosis of severe bacterial infections and sepsis diagnosis and treatment ...
    Procalcitonin POCT Reagent Test from www.hipro.us
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