Cholesterol Reagents

Reliable CHOD-PAP Method for Serum Cholesterol Estimation

Vanguard Diagnostics’ Cholesterol Reagents are intended for the quantitative determination of total cholesterol in serum or plasma, based on the CHOD-PAP enzymatic method. These liquid stable reagents are ideal for clinical chemistry laboratories, offering accuracy, ease of use, and strong compatibility with both automated and manual testing systems.

Available in ready-to-use packs, these reagents ensure dependable performance in routine lipid profile testing and general health assessments.

Key Features

• Method: CHOD-PAP (Cholesterol Oxidase–Peroxidase–Phenol–Aminoantipyrine)
• Application: Quantitative estimation of total cholesterol in serum or plasma
• Linear Range: Up to 750 mg/dL
• Stability: Reagent stable till expiry at 2–8°C
• Reaction Time: 10 minutes at 37°C / 15 minutes at room temperature
• Read Mode: Endpoint; Absorbance at 505 nm
• Pack Sizes: 100 mL, 500 mL, 1000 mL
• Interference: No significant interference from bilirubin or ascorbic acid at physiological levels (as per IFU)

For detailed operating instructions and performance characteristics, refer to the official Cholesterol IFU PDF.

Trusted for Lipid Profile Testing

These cholesterol test reagents provide high specificity and reproducibility using the well-established CHOD-PAP method, making them an essential part of any clinical chemistry workflow. The reagents are compatible with standard biochemistry analysers and manual protocols.

Use them for:

• Routine lipid screening
• Cardiovascular risk assessments
• Comprehensive metabolic panels

Explore Related Reagent Kits

Build your full biochemistry test panel with other compatible liquid stable kits:

• Triglyceride Reagents – For serum triglyceride estimation
• HDL Cholesterol Reagents – For HDL-C determination
• Uric Acid Reagents – For monitoring uric acid levels
• Creatinine Reagents – For renal function assessment

FAQs

What method is used for cholesterol estimation in this kit?

This kit uses the CHOD-PAP enzymatic method, known for its high specificity and stability in total cholesterol estimation.

What is the linearity of the test?

The test is linear up to 750 mg/dL as per the IFU, allowing accurate measurement across a wide concentration range.

Can this kit be used with automated chemistry analysers?

Yes, the reagents are compatible with most semi-automated and fully automated clinical chemistry analysers.

What are the available pack sizes?

We offer Cholesterol Reagent Kits in 100 mL, 500 mL, and 1000 mL sizes to support labs of varying workloads.

How should the kit be stored?

Store at 2–8°C. The reagents remain stable till their expiry date when stored under recommended conditions.