- Condition: Factory New
- Country of Origin: USA
- Warranty: Not Available
- Weight: 0.55 lb
- Ensures prompt emergency room and triage decisions can be made
- Simple one-step testing and an easy to use procedure
- Results can be read in 15 minutes
- Physician’s licensing required. This is NOT an at-home test and should only be completed in a lab facility
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Purchasing Restriction: Medical license or prescription required
- MFR: LifeSign Ships from Manufacturer
- MPN: 60201
- Phone: (800) 526-2125
Frequently asked questions
How quickly are the MI test results available?
The LifeSign MI CK-MB/Myo/TnI Test Kit delivers rapid, actionable results within just 15 minutes. This quick turnaround time is essential for enabling prompt assessment and decision-making in critical emergency room and triage settings.
Where is this rapid test kit intended for use?
This rapid diagnostic tool is specifically designed for professional use in time-critical environments, such as:
- Emergency Rooms
- Triage Centers
- Professional Laboratory Facilities
Please note that this is explicitly not an at-home test. It requires a physician’s license for operation and must be utilized within a laboratory facility setting.
Which three cardiac markers are tested?
The LifeSign MI CK-MB/Myo/TnI Test Kit provides simultaneous qualitative detection for three crucial cardiac biomarkers, aiding in the rapid assessment of myocardial infarction (heart attack).
The three markers detected are:
- Myoglobin (Myo)
- Creatine Kinase-MB (CK-MB)
- Cardiac Troponin I (TnI)
This three-in-one test is designed for point-of-care use in emergency settings, delivering actionable results within just 15 minutes from blood, plasma, or serum samples.
What samples are compatible with the test kit?
The LifeSign MI Test Kit is compatible with common clinical specimens for cardiac marker analysis, providing flexibility for use in emergency and triage settings. The accepted sample types are:
- Blood
- Plasma
- Serum
Is the LifeSign MI test kit easy to use?
Yes, the LifeSign MI Test Kit is engineered for ease of use and efficient point-of-care assessment in critical settings like the emergency room.
The testing procedure is highly streamlined:
- One-Step Process: It requires a simple, single-step testing procedure.
- Minimal Sample: Only three drops of the patient’s specimen (blood, plasma, or serum) are needed.
- Rapid Results: Provides actionable results in just 15 minutes, facilitating swift decision-making.
Important Note: This is a professional diagnostic tool intended for clinical use only. It requires a physician’s license for administration and must be utilized within a laboratory facility. It is not an at-home test.
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How many diagnostic tests are included?
Each LifeSign MI CK-MB/Myo/TnI Test Kit includes 20 individual tests. This configuration is designed to support operational efficiency in critical environments like emergency rooms and triage centers.
Is this cardiac test kit intended for professional use?
Yes, this LifeSign test kit is intended strictly for professional use and is not an at-home testing solution. For safe and accurate operation, the test must be completed in a laboratory facility and requires a physician’s license. It is specifically designed for rapid, point-of-care assessment in high-stakes environments like emergency rooms and triage centers.
Why does the test detect three cardiac markers?
The LifeSign MI Test Kit is engineered to provide a comprehensive, rapid assessment by simultaneously detecting three critical cardiac biomarkers: Myoglobin, CK-MB, and Troponin I.
This triple detection capability offers several key advantages for critical care settings:
- Streamlined Analysis: Provides a complete cardiac marker panel in a single, easy-to-use device.
- Rapid Decision Making: Delivers actionable results in just 15 minutes, which is crucial for the swift diagnosis or rule-out of myocardial infarction (heart attack).
- Operational Efficiency: Helps reduce unnecessary downstream testing and patient admissions by offering immediate diagnostic confirmation in emergency rooms and triage settings.
Is a compatible quality control set available?
Yes, for quality assurance validation, the LifeSign MI Cardiac Controls Set - POS & NEG (#LSC-301) is available separately as a compatible accessory. It is recommended for pairing with this test kit.
Is the test kit factory new?
Yes, the LifeSign MI CK-MB/Myo/TnI Test Kit is a factory new product, ensuring it arrives in optimal condition for professional use.