Procalcitonin Test

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Procalcitonin Test (PCT) is a blood test that measures the level of protein procalcitonin in the blood. Procalcitonin is secreted by the thyroid gland and is present normally in very less amounts. In cases of bacterial infection, this hormone is released into the blood in larger quantities.

Purpose Of Procalcitonin Test

• It is also done to diagnose sepsis caused by bacterial infection.

• It is used to monitor anti-bacterial therapy.

Purpose Of Procalcitonin Test

• Patients with infections like meningitis, encephalitis pneumonia to differentiate between bacterial and viral origin.

• Patients on anti-bacterial therapy to monitor treatment.

Preparations and Precautions

• No special preparation required.

Procalcitonin Test price for other cities

• The Procalcitonin Test price varies by city and healthcare provider, starting from ₹2000 to ₹2000