Table 1. Activity score to evaluate severity of illness in septic mice.

Score	Activity	General condition	Behaviour
1	Very active	Smooth fur, clear eyes, clean orifices (body openings)	Vigilant, curious, normal movements
2	Active	Smooth fur, clear eyes, clean orifices	Vigilant, normal movements
3	Less active	Matted fur, fur defects, eyes not completely open	Vigilant, quiet, reduced movements, normal posture, reduced corporal hygiene
4	Restricted	Dull fur, standing fur, eyes not completely open, unkempt orifices	Quiet, frequent persistence, restricted reaction on environmental stimuli, restricted body care
5	Apathetic	Dirty, dull fur, eyes closed, clogged or humid orifices, crooked posture	Self-isolation, no significant activity
6	Moribund (Death is expected)	Eyes closed, lateral position, shallow breathing, cramps, cold animal	No activity, no reaction on environmental stimuli