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CREATININE(Modified Jaffe’s Liquid Reagent):- INTENDED USE The reagent kit is intended for the in-vitro quantitative determination of creatinine in serum and urine. SUMMARY Creatinine is excreted as a waste product by the kidneys. Increased serum creatinine levels usually indicate impairment of renal function. It is commonly measured to evaluate kidney function and muscle metabolism. PRINCIPLE Creatinine in alkaline medium reacts with picric acid to form an orange coloured complex.The intensity of colour formed is directly proportional to the amount of creatinine present in the sample. REAGENTS Creatinine Reagent Creatinine Standard: 2 mg/dL MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED Clean dry glassware Micropipettes & tips Laboratory timer Colorimeter / Spectrophotometer PREPARATION OF REAGENT & STABILITY The reagent kit is stable at 2–8°C till expiry date. Once opened, store reagent properly. PROCEDURE Tube Reagent Sample Standard Blank 1.0 ml – – Standard 1.0 ml – 100 µl Test 1.0 ml 100 µl – Mix well and record absorbance of test (AT) and standard (AS) at 510 nm. CALCULATION For Serum Creatinine (mg/dL) = ATAS×2 For Urine Creatinine (mg/dL) = ATAS×2×50frac{AT}{AS} times 2 times 50   NORMAL VALUES Serum: Male 0.6 – 1.5 mg/dL, Female 0.4 – 1.4 mg/dL Urine: Male 15 – 20 mg/kg/day, Female 8 – 15 mg/kg/day PRECAUTIONS Do not freeze reagents Bring reagents to room temperature before use Use clean and dry glassware Follow standard laboratory safety precautions

Cholestrol(CHOD / POD METHOD) INTENDED USE This reagent is intended for the in-vitro quantitative determination of cholesterol in human serum. PRINCIPLE Cholesterol esters are hydrolyzed by cholesterol esterase to free cholesterol and fatty acids.Free cholesterol is oxidized by cholesterol oxidase to cholestenone and hydrogen peroxide.Hydrogen peroxide reacts with 4-aminoantipyrine and phenol in presence of peroxidase to form a red coloured quinoneimine dye. REACTION Cholesterol Ester + H₂O → Cholesterol + Fatty acidsCholesterol + O₂ → Cholestenone + H₂O₂H₂O₂ + Phenol + 4-aminoantipyrine → Red quinoneimine REAGENTS Cholesterol Enzyme Reagent Cholesterol Standard (200 mg/dL) SPECIMEN :- Serum / Plasma PROCEDURE Tube Reagent Sample Standard Blank 1.0 ml – – Standard 1.0 ml – 10 µl Test 1.0 ml 10 µl – Mix well, incubate at 37°C for 5 minutes.Read absorbance at 505 nm against reagent blank. CALCULATION Cholesterol (mg/dL) = Abs(Test)Abs(Standard)×200frac{Abs(Test)}{Abs(Standard)} times 200 Abs(Standard)Abs(Test)×200 NORMAL VALUE Total Cholesterol: Less than 200 mg/dL CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Cholesterol is the main lipid found in blood. It is an essential structural component of cell membranes and is involved in the synthesis of steroid hormones and bile acids. Elevated cholesterol levels are associated with atherosclerosis and increased risk of coronary heart disease. STORAGE   Store reagent at 2–8°C. Do not freeze.

Amylase Kit(Direct Substrate Method):- INTENDED USE:- This diagnostic reagent kit is intended for in-vitro quantitative determination of amylase activity in human serum or plasma. PRINCIPLE Amylase catalyzes the hydrolysis of a 2-chloro-4-nitrophenyl linked substrate. The rate of hydrolysis is proportional to amylase activity in the sample. REACTION CNPG₃ + Amylase → CNP + G₃ + G₄ CONTENT Reagent-1 / Amylase Reagent MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED Clean & dry glassware Laboratory glass pipettes / micropipettes & tips Bio-Chemistry Analyzer SAMPLES Serum free from hemolysis, heparinized plasma, or EDTA plasma. Specimen should be tested as fresh as possible. PROCEDURE Pipette into clean labeled test tubes: Component Blank Sample Working Reagent 1000 µl 1000 µl Sample — 20 µl Mix well and read the absorbance after 1, 2 & 3 minutes.Calculate the mean absorbance per minute (ΔA/min). CALCULATION OF RESULTS Amylase Activity (U/L) = ΔA/min × 3178 NORMAL VALUE Serum Amylase: Up to 100 U/L at 37°C CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Amylase is secreted by the pancreas into the duodenum. It catalyzes the hydrolysis of starch into sugars. Measurement of amylase activity is useful in the diagnosis of pancreatic disorders such as acute pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, and pancreatic duct obstruction. GENERAL SYSTEM PARAMETERS Reaction Type Kinetic Wavelength 405 nm Temperature 37°C Delay 60 sec Incubation 60 sec Reaction 60 sec Sample Vol. 20 µl Reagent Vol. 1000 µl LIMITATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS Use non-hemolyzed samples Avoid contamination Do not use turbid or lipemic samples Do not freeze reagents QUALITY CONTROL Run normal and pathological controls with each assay.

SGPT INTENDED USE:This reagent kit is intended for in-vitro quantitative determination of SGPT (ALT) activity in serum. PRINCIPLE:SGPT (ALT) catalyzes the transfer of amino group between L-alanine and α-ketoglutarate to form pyruvate and glutamate. The pyruvate formed reacts with NADH in the presence of Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) to form lactate and NAD. The rate of oxidation of NADH to NAD is measured as a decrease in absorbance which is proportional to the SGPT (ALT) activity in the sample. REACTION:Alanine aminotransferaseL-Alanine + α-Ketoglutarate → Pyruvate + L-Glutamate Lactate DehydrogenasePyruvate + NADH + H⁺ → Lactate + NAD⁺ CONTENTS:Reagent 1: SGPT Enzyme ReagentReagent 2: SGPT Substrate Reagent MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED:• Clean & Dry Glassware• Micropipettes & Tips• Bio-Chemistry Analyzer SAMPLES:Serum free of hemolysis. SGPT (ALT) is reported to be stable in serum for 3 days at 2–8°C. PROCEDURE:Pipette into clean dry test tubes as (T): Addition sequence Blank Test Working Reagent 1000 µl 1000 µl Sample — 100 µl Mix well and read the initial absorbance after 1 min and repeat the absorbance reading after every 1 min. Calculate the mean absorbance change per minute (ΔA/min). CALCULATION:SGPT activity (U/L) = ΔA/min × 1746

POTASSIUM (Monotest) BEACON INTENDED USE: This reagent kit is intended for the in-vitro quantitative determination of Potassium in Serum. PRINCIPLE: Potassium reacts with sodium tetraphenyl boron in a specially prepared buffer to form a colloidal suspension. The amount of turbidity produced is directly proportional to the concentration of potassium in the sample. CONTENTS: Reagent 1: Potassium Reagent Reagent 2: Potassium Standard 5 mEq/L SAMPLE COLLECTION AND PRESERVATION: Separate serum from the clot as soon as possible as potassium may leach from red blood cells which can elevate results. REAGENT PREPARATION AND STORAGE: All reagents are ready to use. Temperature: 25–30°C. PROCEDURE: Pipette into cuvettes labeled as Blank (B), Standard (S), and Test (T). Addition Sequence B S T Potassium Reagent 1.0 ml 1.0 ml 1.0 ml Standard — 20 µl — Sample — — 20 µl Mix well and incubate at RT for 5 mins. Measure the absorbance of Standard and Test against reagent blank at 630 nm. CALCULATION: Concentration of Potassium (mEq/L) = (Abs. T / Abs. S) × 5 NORMAL VALUES: 3.5 – 5.5 mEq/L Each laboratory should establish its own normal range. GENERAL SYSTEM PARAMETERS: Reaction type: End point Wavelength: 630 nm Cuvette: 1 cm Reaction temperature: Room temperature Zero setting: Reagent blank Sample volume: 10 µl Reagent volume: 1.0 ml Incubation time: 5 mins Standard concentration: 5 mEq/L REAGENT SYSTEM STABILITY: Reagents are stable until the expiration date mentioned on the label. LINEARITY: The procedure is linear up to 7 mEq/L.If values exceed this limit, dilute the sample with distilled water and multiply results with dilution factor. NOTES: As potassium is widely distributed, care should be taken to avoid contamination. All glassware should be free from alkali to avoid falsely high values. BIBLIOGRAPHY: Tietz NW, Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry, W.B. Saunders Co., Philadelphia Henry RF et al., Clinical Chemistry Principles and Techniques David A. Sacks et al., Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry Trinder, P., Ann. Clin. Biochem., 1969 (6: 159) QUALITY CONTROL: It is recommended that controls be included in each set of assays.

LDL CHOLESTEROL DIRECT REAGENT KITBEACON INTENDED USE: The reagent kit is intended for the in-vitro quantitative determination of LDL Cholesterol in Serum / Plasma. PRINCIPLE: Cholesterol is released from LDL particles and enzymatically determined. Cholesterol Ester + H₂O(Cholesterol esterase) → Cholesterol + Fatty acids Cholesterol + O₂(Cholesterol oxidase) → Cholest-4-en-3-one + H₂O₂ H₂O₂ + 4-Aminoantipyrine + Phenol(Peroxidase) → Quinoneimine dye + H₂O The intensity of the colored complex formed is proportional to the LDL cholesterol concentration and is measured at 575 nm. REAGENTS: Reagent 1 (R1): Buffer Reagent 2 (R2): Enzymes Standard: LDL Cholesterol MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED: Semi auto / Fully auto analyzer Micropipettes & Tips Incubator Distilled water SAMPLE: Serum or plasma. Avoid hemolysis. PROCEDURE (37°C): Blank Standard Sample Reagent 375 µl 375 µl 375 µl Standard — 25 µl — Sample — — 25 µl Mix and incubate for 5 minutes at 37°C.Measure absorbance at 575 nm against reagent blank. CALCULATION: LDL-C (mg/dl) = (Abs. of Test / Abs. of Standard) × Standard concentration NORMAL VALUES: < 130 mg/dl : Desirable 130–159 mg/dl : Borderline high ≥ 160 mg/dl : High risk of CHD Each laboratory should establish its own reference range. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: LDL particles are lipoproteins that transport cholesterol to tissues. LDL cholesterol is considered a major risk factor for coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis. Elevated LDL levels are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. PREPARATION OF REAGENT & STABILITY: Mix R1 and R2 as per instructions. Working reagent is stable for 7 days at 2–8°C. LINEARITY: The procedure is linear up to 1000 mg/dl.Samples exceeding this value should be diluted with normal saline (NaCl 0.9%) and retested. INTERFERENCES: No interference observed up to: Hemoglobin: 500 mg/dl Bilirubin (conjugated): 40 mg/dl Bilirubin (unconjugated): 40 mg/dl Ascorbic Acid: 5 mg/dl Triglycerides: 1000 mg/dl                 BIBLIOGRAPHY:- NCEP ATP III Guidelines Burtis & Ashwood, Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry Other standard clinical chemistry references

SGOT(SERUM GLUTAMIC OXALOACITIC TRANSAMINASE) INTENDED USE:This reagent kit is intended for in vitro quantitative determination of SGOT (AST) activity in serum. PRINCIPLE:SGOT (AST) catalyzes the transfer of amino group between L-Aspartate and α-ketoglutarate to form oxaloacetate and glutamate. The oxaloacetate formed reacts with NADH in the presence of Malate Dehydrogenase to form NAD. The rate of oxidation of NADH to NAD is measured as a decrease in absorbance which is proportional to the SGOT (AST) activity in the sample. REACTION: L-Aspartate + α-Ketoglutarate—(Aspartate aminotransferase)→Oxaloacetate + Glutamate Oxaloacetate + NADH—(Malate Dehydrogenase)→L-Malate + NAD⁺ CONTENTS:Reagent 1: SGOT Enzyme ReagentReagent 2: SGOT Substrate Reagent MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED: Clean & Dry Glassware Laboratory Glass Pipettes or Micropipettes & Tips Bio-Chemistry Analyzer SAMPLES:Serum free of hemolysis. SGOT (AST) is reported to be stable in serum for 3 days at 2–8°C. PROCEDURE:Pipette into clean dry test tube labeled as (T): Addition sequence (T) Working Reagent 1 ml Sample 100 µl Mix well and read the initial absorbance A₁ at 1 min and repeat the absorbance reading after every 1 & 2 mins. Calculate the mean absorbance change per minute (ΔA/min.). CALCULATION:SGOT activity (U/L) = ΔA/min × 1746 NORMAL VALUE:Serum: < 40 U/LEach laboratory should establish its own normal range representing patient population. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE:SGOT is an enzyme found mainly in heart muscle, liver cells, skeletal muscle and kidneys. Injury to these tissues results in the release of the enzyme into blood. Elevated levels are found in myocardial infarction, cardiac operations, hepatitis, cirrhosis, acute renal diseases, primary muscle diseases. Decreased levels may be found in pregnancy, beri beri and diabetic ketoacidosis. GENERAL SYSTEM PARAMETERS: Reaction Type: Kinetic (Decreasing) Wavelength: 340 nm Cuvette Temp: 37°C Delay Time: 60 sec Interval Time: 60 sec No. of Reading: 2 Reagent Volume: 1 ml Sample Volume: 100 µl Zero Setting: Deionised Water Light Path: 1 cm Factor: 1746 LINEARITY:The procedure is linear up to 300 U/L. If the activity exceeds this limit, dilute the sample with normal saline (NaCl 0.9%) and multiply result by dilution factor. QUALITY CONTROL:For accuracy it is necessary to run known controls with every assay. LIMITATION & PRECAUTIONS: Storage conditions as mentioned on the kit to be adhered. Do not freeze or expose the reagents to higher temperature as it may affect the performance of the kit. Before the assay bring all the reagents to room temperature. Avoid contamination of the reagent during assay process. Use clean glassware free from dust or debris.                          PREPARATION OF REAGENT & STABILITY: Working reagent:Mix 4 parts of Reagent 1 with 1 part of Reagent 2. Working solution is stable for 4 days at 2–8°C.