Sepsis Flashcards
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Sepsis Markers
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- CRP (C-reactive protein)
- PCT (Procalictonin): > 2ng/ml = high probability of sepsis
- TNF-alpha
- IL-1: 2-31ug/L = sepsis
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Q
Manifestation of SIRS
Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
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- Temp < 36C or > 38C
- HR > 100bpm
- BP systolic < 90 mmHg
- WCC < 4 or > 12
2 of these + infection = sepsis
