Medical reagents are substances that are used in medical laboratories to detect and examine the presence of a specific physiological or pathological substance like proteins, viruses, bacteria, hormones, enzymes, and others. These reagents are an important part of the diagnostic process in healthcare.
Medical reagents come in varieties such as enzymes, antibodies, proteins, organic chemicals, and many others. They are used in a wide range of tests, including blood tests, urine tests, and other bodily fluid samples, to identify specific substances that may indicate an illness or medical condition.
Medical reagents are highly specific and sensitive, meaning they can detect even small concentrations of the substance they are designed to identify. They have vastly improved the accuracy and speed of medical diagnoses in recent years, and have revolutionized our understanding of human health and disease.