procalcitonin

Why is Procalcitonin Important in Neonates?

In neonates, especially those in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), early identification of sepsis and other infections is crucial for timely intervention and treatment. Traditional markers like C-reactive protein (CRP) or white blood cell count (WBC) can be non-specific and sometimes delayed. Procalcitonin has emerged as a more specific and earlier marker for bacterial infections, making it particularly useful in the neonatal context.

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