Sepsis

Question 0

Sepsis Markers

Answer 0

1. CRP (C-reactive protein)
2. PCT (Procalictonin): > 2ng/ml = high probability of sepsis
3. TNF-alpha
4. IL-1: 2-31ug/L = sepsis

Question 1

Manifestation of SIRS

Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome

Answer 1

1. Temp < 36C or > 38C
2. HR > 100bpm
3. BP systolic < 90 mmHg
4. WCC < 4 or > 12

2 of these + infection = sepsis