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Sensitivity and specificity of optimal thresholds for each parameter
| Parameter | Sensitivity | Specificity | Positive predictive value | Negative predictive value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRP | 84% | 79% | 88% | 72% |
| IL-6 | 81% | 68% | 81% | 68% |
| Procalcitonin | 48% | 100% | 100% | 59% |
| Leukocytes | 73% | 72% | 83% | 58% |
CRP = C-reactive protein; IL-6 = interleukin-6.
