The Procalcitonin test measures the concentration of procalcitonin in your blood, a protein that increases notably during severe bacterial infections. Normally, procalcitonin levels are very low, but high levels can point to serious conditions like infections or sepsis, a life-threatening situation where infection spreads into the bloodstream, causing extensive inflammation and potential organ failure. This test is useful for distinguishing bacterial infections from viral ones, helping determine whether antibiotics are needed. It's commonly used in hospitals for diagnosing bacterial infections, assessing sepsis severity, making treatment decisions, and monitoring effectiveness.

If you're in Noida and have symptoms like fever, chills, rapid heartbeat, confusion, or shortness of breath, consider having a Procalcitonin test to obtain crucial information for managing your condition.

Prerequisites: Fasting is not necessary, a blood sample is required for the Procalcitonin test. Best Time to Get Tested: The test can be taken at any time of the day unless otherwise advised by a doctor. When Recommended: To be conducted as per the doctor’s prescription. Cautions: No specific precautions are required before the test.

Helps diagnose bacterial infections and sepsis by measuring procalcitonin levels, guiding the use of antibiotics.