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QuikRead C-Reactive Protein Test (CRP) |
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QuikRead CRP is a quantitative assay of CRP (C-reactive protein) in whole blood or plasma, using the QuikReadŽ 101
Instrument. Measurement of CRP helps to evaluate the acute inflammatory processes induced by infectious microbial agents
or non-infectious inflammatory stimuli. QuikRead CRP is not intended for measurement of CRP as a risk marker for coronary
heart disease. For in vitro diagnostic use.
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QuikRead CRP test is a rapid and accurate portable monitor for the detection of C-reactive protein in whole blood,
EDTA-anticoagulated blood, heparin-anticoagulated blood, plasma and blood samples.
- Finger-stick whole blood sample
- Accurate and fast
- Moderately complex
Using a finger-stick whole blood sample, C-reactive protein levels are determined in 5 minutes for prompt and accurate
assessment of bacterial infection.
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CRP is an acute phase protein present
in low concentrations in healthy individuals. Any pathological condition associated
with invasive bacterial infection, inflammation or tissue destruction is accompanied
by elevation of the CRP level in the patient's blood. The rise in CRP levels is
rapid, and increased levels can be detected within 6 to 12 hours of the onset
of the inflammatory process.
Quantitative measurement of the CRP concentration has been reported to be a sensitive indicator of the efficacy of
antimicrobial therapy and the course of bacterial infections, as well as an effective tool in monitoring and controlling
postoperative infections.
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