1. IntroductionSepsis is a medical emergency in which rapid assessment and repeated reassessment are essential. No single laboratory marker can confirm or exclude sepsis, but complementary biomarkers can add objective information while …
1. The Global Burden of Sepsis Sepsis is a life-threatening condition caused by the body’s extreme response to infection. From data published in 2020, globally, over 49 million people are affected each year, with approximately 11 million …
1. Introduction Inflammation is a key response of the body to infection, tissue injury, or other stressors. Early detection is critical because timely recognition can guide treatment decisions and improve patient outcomes. Interleukin-6 …
1. Why PCT Testing Matters in Clinical Practice Procalcitonin (PCT) is a peptide precursor of calcitonin. In healthy individuals, PCT circulates at very low levels. While during bacterial infections and systemic inflammation, PCT levels …