Diagnostic reagent for quantitative in vitro determination of Cholesterol in human serum and plasma.
Measurement of serum cholesterol levels can serve as an indicator of liver function, biliary function, intestinal absorption, propensity towards coronary artery disease, thyroid function and adrenal disease. Cholesterol levels are important in the diagnosis and classification of hyperlipoproteinaemias. Stress, age, gender, hormonal balance and pregnancy affect normal cholesterol levels.
