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PROCALCITONIN (PCT)
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Test info :
The Procalcitonin (PCT) test measures procalcitonin levels in the blood to help detect bacterial infections and assess the severity of sepsis.
Preparation Required :
Consult your doctor.
No fasting is usually required
Inform your doctor about medications or ongoing infections
Follow any specific instructions given by your healthcare provider
Total Price
₹3,130.00
- Flat 10% on website bookings
- Additional 2% off on online payments
Free home collection available depending on the package type. Reports delivered online to your email and phone number.
Tests Details :
Home Collection
Department : IMMUNOLOGY
The Procalcitonin (PCT) test is a blood test used to measure the level of procalcitonin, a substance produced in response to bacterial infections. Under normal conditions, procalcitonin levels in the blood are very low, but they increase significantly during severe bacterial infections and sepsis.
This test is widely used to help differentiate bacterial infections from viral infections and to assess the severity of infection. It is particularly useful in diagnosing sepsis, a life-threatening condition caused by the body’s response to infection.
The purpose of this test is to
- To measure procalcitonin levels in the blood
- To detect bacterial infections
- To assess severity of sepsis
- To differentiate bacterial and viral infections
- To monitor response to antibiotic treatment