LupoTek KCT
LupoTek KCT is the only 510(k) cleared KCT available in the U.S.
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LupoTek KCT - 5 x 5mL KCT reagent and 5 x 5 mL CaCl2
Product # 87-305
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Qualitative screening assay as an aid in the detection of lupus-like anticoagulants.•
First used to study lupus anticoagulants in 1978. Reported to be the most sensitive test for the detection of LA.• Excellent precision:
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Plasma |
Mean Time (sec) |
Repeatability |
Total |
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Normal |
61.8 |
1.2% |
2.2% |
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Abnormal (LA+) |
266.3 |
3.1% |
6.6% |
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Excellent sensitivity with much better specificity than a lupus sensitive APTT in detecting LA positives|
Three site, 180 patient study |
LupoTek KCT |
APTT |
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Percent Positive Agreement (for LA) |
100% |
87% |
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Percent Negative Agreement (for LA) |
59% |
15% |
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Overall Percent Agreement |
79% |
50% |
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Use in an LA diagnostic algorithm incorporating multiple tests and mixing studies.
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