Table 3.
Predicted probability of cumulative use of all tests.
| Number of positive tests under consideration | Number of patients | Predicted probability of infection (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 (9.5%) | 100% |
| 3 | 6 (14.3%) | 100% |
| 2 | 11 (26.2%) | 90.9% |
| 1 | 12 (28.6%) | 66.7% |
| 0 | 9 (21.4%) | 77.8% |
The predictors include WBC, IL-6, CRP, and ESR level.