Table 1.
Investigations for patients with suspected PIMS-TS
| Investigations | First line diagnostic tests to determine whether PIMS-TS is a possible diagnosis | Second line tests to differentiate PIMS-TS from other conditions and determine severity |
|---|---|---|
| Haematological | Full Blood Count | D-Dimer |
| Biochemical | C-Reactive Protein Liver function Tests Urea, Creatinine and Electrolytes |
Fibrinogen Lactate Dehydrogenase Ferritin Troponin N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide Blood gas and lactate |
| Microbiological | SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR and serology Septic and viral screen (lumbar puncture if specific indications) |
|
| Imaging and other | Chest Radiograph 12 lead ECG Echocardiogram |