PCT as an Indicator for Infection Diagnosis PCT (procalcitonin), as the propeptide of calcitonin (CT), is a glycoprotein consisting of 116 amino acids, with a molecular weight of about 14.5 kDa. Structurally, it can be divided into three parts: the amino terminal, the immature calcitonin and the calcitonin carboxy-terminal peptide. In normal physiological conditions, it is secreted by thyro...
Metis 6000 — Integrated Clinical Chemistry and Immunochemistry About Metis 6000 Metis 6000 Integrated Clinical Chemistry and Immunochemistry Modular System is a Modular System independently developed and produced by Getein Biotech, which is in accordance with the national conditions and more suitable for the majority of medical testing laboratories and can meet the needs of clinical l...
Testosterone: More Than Just a "Male Hormone" What Is Testosterone? Testosterone is a steroid hormone primarily produced in the testes (in men) and ovaries/adrenal glands (in women, in smaller amounts). While it’s known as the key male sex hormone, women also need it for various bodily functions. Key Roles of Testosterone: In Men: Muscle growth, libido, sperm production, bone s...
