Kang's reaction

Kang's reaction (KT) is the use of alcohol to soak beef heart powder, extract the phospholipid part as an antigen, add cholesterol to increase sensitivity, and the antibody (reactin) in the serum to be tested. Under the action of the electrolyte, the antigen antibody forms a visible precipitation reaction. . Generally used for syphilis testing.

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