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PCT Test

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    What is PCT or Procalcitonin test?

    PCT test is used to find the levels of procalcitonin in the blood which is released in the body by the body’s cells against a bacterial infection. Whenever high levels of procalcitonin are present it means either there is sepsis or a serious blood infection.

    Also Read: ESR 
    What is the use of the test?

    PCT is used in the following:

    • Sepsis or check the severity of sepsis
    • In children with kidney and urinary infections
    • To differentiate bacterial or viral causes in systemic infections
    What are the normal procalcitonin levels?

    Normal PCT levels in adults are <0.1 ng/ml. But if levels are more than 0.25 ng/ml then it indicates infection.

    What are the symptoms indicative of the test?
    • Sweaty skin
    • Fever
    • Fast heart rate
    • Chills
    • Shortness of breath
    • Severe pain
    • Low BP
    • Confusion
    What if the levels of PCT are high?

    It indicates that:

    • Sepsis
    • High risk of septic shock
    • Systemic bacterial infection
    What if the levels of PCT are moderate to mildly high?

    It indicates that:

    • The early stage of bacterial infection
    • In children- kidney infection
    • Severe heart attack
    • Tissue damage (after or from trauma)
    • Serious burns
    • Severe surgery
    What are the precautions to be taken before the test?

    No precautions are to be taken before going for the PCT test.

    What are the risk factors related to the PCT test?

    As such there is no risk except for some bruises in the area from where blood is drawn which also subsides on its own.

    PCT Test

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