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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Laboratory Findings
The following tests are used in the diagnosis and monitoring of systemic anthrax:[1]
| Test | Initial Findings | Serial Monitoring |
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| CBC | [[]] | [[]] |
| Electrolyte, Renal Panel, Lactate Level | [[]] | [[]] |
| Liver Enzymes, Serum Albumin | ||
| PT, PTT, D-dimer, Fibrinogen | [[]] | [[]] [[]] [[]] [[]] |
| ESR, C-Reactive Protein | [[]] | [[]] |
| Gram Stain, Cultures, Toxic Assays | [[]] | [[]] |
References
- ↑ Hendricks, Katherine A.; Wright, Mary E.; Shadomy, Sean V.; Bradley, John S.; Morrow, Meredith G.; Pavia, Andy T.; Rubinstein, Ethan; Holty, Jon-Erik C.; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Smith, Theresa L.; Pesik, Nicki; Treadwell, Tracee A.; Bower, William A. (2014). "Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Expert Panel Meetings on Prevention and Treatment of Anthrax in Adults". Emerging Infectious Diseases. 20 (2). doi:10.3201/eid2002.130687. ISSN 1080-6040.