Category: RHEUMATOID | Code: K3310
Procalcitonin
Function
This test measures the levels of procalcitonin in the body. High levels can be a sign of a serious bacterial infection, such as sepsis, meningitis, kidney infection in patients with urinary tract infections, and monitoring the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday < 10 am | 1 day | Plain | Serum, 0.5 mL | 48 hours, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Score Reference
Newborn: <2.00 ng/mL 18-20 hours: <20.00 ng/mL 48 hours: <5.00 ng/mL >48 hours: <0.10 ng/mL