Intended Use

For the quantitative in vitro determination of Myoglobin in serum. This product is suitable for automated, semi-automated and manual use.

Clinical Significance

Myoglobin is a haem-protein found in cardiac and skeletal muscle. It is released into blood circulation when muscle cells are damaged. Myoglobin determination can be useful in the diagnosis of myocardial infarction, myositis and in the treatment of myopathy and muscular dystrophy.