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IL-6 Elisa Kit

By: Team BTL Biotechno Labs Pvt. Ltd.

Potential Role of Interleukin-6 in SARS CoV2

With respect to SARS CoV2, Interleukin-6 (IL-6) has received the most attention among the cytokines, and several investigations have demonstrated a relationship between IL-6 levels and disease severity. Strong correlations were seen between higher baseline IL-6 levels and the need for mechanical ventilation, lung damage shown on CT scans, and other inflammatory markers such as CRP, LDH, ferritin, and D-dimer in patients with severe COVID-19. According to a recent meta-analysis study, IL-6 levels were found to be approximately three times higher in severe COVID-19 patients than in non-severe individuals. COVID-19-infected people suffering from pre-existing medical conditions such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or any cardiovascular disease should get an Interleukin-6 test done.

A COVID-infected patient would require an IL6 test if they experienced symptoms such as:

Difficulty in breathing

Cough with or without blood

Swelling, pain, redness, and tenderness in the leg

Elevated heart rate

Chest pain

Excessive sweating

Dizziness