C-Reactive Protein (CRP) is an acute phase protein produced mainly by the liver, the concentration of which increases as a consequence of injuries, infections and inflammations. Although it is not a specific marker for a particular pathology, it is used as a generic diagnostic indicator of infections and inflammations, as well as to monitor patients’ reactions to therapies and postoperative course. Levels of this protein in blood are high during bacterial infections, while they are restrained during viral infections. For this reason C-Reactive Protein assay can be a useful tool in defining the cause of an inflammation. WHO IS THIS TEST FOR? C-REACTIVE PROTEIN TEST is useful in assisting the diagnosis and therapeutic monitoring, as it helps to determine the origin of a possible infection. Levels of C-Reactive Protein in blood reach their maximum concentration between 24 and 48 hours after the onset of the first symptoms of infection / inflammation (e.g., fever, headache, fatigue), then its levels decrease as the infection subsides. C-REACTIVE PROTEIN TEST is a rapid immunochromatographic device for the semi-quantitative detection of C-Reactive Protein in whole blood samples. Specificity 96.0% Sensitivity 98.7% Accuracy 97.6% CONTENT 1 test cassette 1 vial with dropper containing the diluent 2 sterile lancets 1 pipette for blood sampling 1 cleanser gauze instructions for use 1 test cassette 1 vial with dropper containing the diluent 2 sterile lancets 1 pipette for blood sampling 1 cleanser gauze instructions for use USE PROCEDURE Draw a blood sample by using the sterile lancet provided; Collect the sample indicated with the black line by using the capillary pipette provided; Deposit the collected specimen into the vial, previously open, then screw it; Add 3 drops of the obtained liquid into the sample well (S) indicated on the test cassette and wait 5 minutes before reading the result. RESULTS INTERPRETATION Negative ( 80 mg/L) this result may be associated with bacterial inflammation or severe inflammation. It is recommended to contact your doctor for further information.
