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Flow chart. Cohort A, patients with suspected infection and one of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) criteria, or self-reported fever or chills. Cohort B, patients with one of the following parameters: respiratory rate > 25, heart rate > 120, altered mental awareness, SBP < 100 mmHg, SaO2 < 90%, or <93% if ongoing treatment with oxygen. qSOFA (Quick Sequential Organ Failure Assessment). NEWS2 (National Early Warning Score 2). HBP (heparin binding protein).
