ASSAY FOR DIRECTLY DETECTING AN INFLAMMATORY INDICATOR IN A BODY FLUID SAMPLE

摘要

The present invention relates to a method for rapid detection of at least one inflammatory indicator contained in a body fluid sample. The method is used for rapidly diagnosing an infectious and/or inflammatory condition in an individual. The method comprises the further steps of detecting a plurality of infection and/or inflammatory response agents, preferably cytokines, and performing a profile of such agents. The profiles is a further indication of the condition being diagnosed. In particular the invention relates to a dip stick or like device for rapid detection.