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Characteristics associated with the procalcitonin measurement for prediction of urinary tract infection
| Sensitivity (%) | Specificity (%) | PPV (%) | NPV (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCT (ng/mL) | ||||
| ≥0.50 | 45.7 | 84.8 | 76.2 | 59.6 |
| ≥2.0 | 56.5 | 82.2 | 61.9 | 78.7 |
Abbreviations: PCT, procalcitonin; PPV, positive predictive value; NPV, negative predictive value.
