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Cholestech brings hs-CRP testing to the point-of-care. Now you can get lab accurate hs-CRP results in just 6 minutes, all from a simple fingerstick
What is CRP?
- C-Reactive protein (CRP) is an acute phase reactant that responds as a sensitive, though non-specific marker of systemic inflammation
What is a High Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) test?
- A test optimized to detect CRP in healthy, asymptomatic individuals
- Used to detect "low grade inflammation"
- Sensitive to detect 0.30 mg/L up to 10.0 mg/L in fingerstick or venous whole blood
When is the test used?
- As an aid in the detection and evaluation of infection, tissue injury and inflammatory disorders
- Research has shown that low grade inflammation can lead to atherosclerosis
hs-CRP Test Details
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Methodology: |
Immunoassay |
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Sample Volume, whole blood: |
50uL |
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Sample Volume, serum: |
40uL |
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Assay Range: |
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Whole Blood:
Serum: |
0.30-10.0 mg/L |
| 0.30-8.0 mg/L |
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Assay Duration, min: |
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Whole Blood:
Serum: |
6 |
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Aids in providing predictive value.
• CDC/AHA: assessment tool for moderate risk patients
• Adjunct to lipid testing
For professional use only. This product cannot be purchased for personal or home use.
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