Procalcitonin (PCT), contemporary indicator of infection and inflammation
Procalcitonin is a protein synthesized during sepsis and inflammation. In these states, its production is stimulated by inflammatory mediators and bacterial toxins. Routine determination of PCT concentration is useful in the rapid detection and monitoring of bacterial and fungal infections. The arti...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Index Copernicus International S.A.
2015-06-01
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| Series: | Postępy Higieny i Medycyny Doświadczalnej |
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| Online Access: | http://phmd.pl/gicid/01.3001.0009.6545 |