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Association between diagnostic markers and proven infection
| Parameter | OR | 95% CI | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCT > 0.5 | 8.6 | 2.4-31.0 | 0.001 |
| CRP > 100 | 1.4 | 0.5-4.3 | 0.6 |
| WBC > 12,000 | 9.7 | 2.3-40.8 | 0.001 |
| SOFA > 7 | 5.4 | 1.6-18.0 | 0.006 |
| PCT > 2 × D0 | 8.55 | 2.4-31.1 | 0.001 |
OR: Odds Ratio, CI: confidence interval, PCT: Procalcitonin, CRP: C - reactive protein, WBC: White Blood Cells, SOFA: Sequential Organ Failure Assessment.
