The Labmaster LUCIA™ Canine CRP test is an in vitro veterinary diagnostic test for the quantitative determination of C-reactive protein (CRP) from dog whole blood. The test is intended for use as an aid in detecting acute infection as well as in monitoring systemic inflammation and treatment response.

The Labmaster LUCIA™ Canine CRP is to be used with the semi-automated Labmaster LUCIA™ Vet Analyzer.

• Point-of-care test based on an anticoagulated whole blood sample
• Test cassette includes all necessary reagents; no preparation required
• Easy handling, only a few steps needed
• Quantitative (numerical) result in only 6 minutes

Canine CRP is a valuable diagnostic marker for the detection of the acute phase response. Its concentration has been shown to increase rapidly during systemic inflammation in various disorders including viral and bacterial infections, sepsis and pyometra, as well as in surgical trauma. It has been suggested to be useful in monitoring a possible post-surgical infection and of antibiotic treatment response in dogs with bacterial pneumonia. CRP may help reduce the use of unnecessary antibiotics in dogs. (i, ii)