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Immunochemiluminescence Assays
Procalcitonin
520 som
Turnaround: 1–2 business days
Urgent (CITO) may be available — ask
Blood draw — 80 som (included in packages)
Description
Procalcitonin is a marker of severe bacterial infection and sepsis. Helps distinguish a bacterial infection from a viral one and assess severity.
When to Take This Test
- Suspected severe bacterial infection/sepsis
- Deciding whether antibiotics are needed
- Monitoring severe infections
Preparation
- No special preparation needed
- Often performed urgently
This information is for reference only and does not replace a doctor's consultation.
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