Introduction The initial examination of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for proteins, glucose, and
leukocytes, is still the gold standard investigation in some neurological conditions like …

A total of 405 samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from children from Malawi with suspected
meningitis were analysed using reagent strip tests using ECUR-Test and Multistix 8SG …

In order to evaluate the accuracy of a urine reagent dipstick (Multistix 10SG®) to determine
ascitic fluid leukocyte count, we prospectively studied 106 cirrhotic patients from April 2003 …

Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate serum C-reactive protein levels as a
diagnostic factor for spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in child patients with liver …

Urine reagent strips have been used to test cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in areas where
laboratory facilities are unavailable. Protein, glucose and leukocyte esterase patches have …

Use of reagent strips to diagnose bacterial meningitis Page 1 THE LANCET Vol 349 • January
25, 1997 287 pregnancies in which there is poor intrauterine growth: nutritional supplementation …

Septic arthritis may affect any age group but is more common in the paediatric population.
Infection is generally bacterial in nature. Prompt diagnosis is crucial, as delayed treatment is …

The detection of polymorphonuclear leukocytes in the CSF is a fairly reliable indicator of
pyogenic meningitis but facilities required for its detection are not always available in rural …

Introduction During military deployment, the diagnosis and the management of acute
bacterial meningitis can be problematic, as deployed Medical Treatment Facilities (MTFs) …

Meningitis is a devastating serious health problem. It is commonly caused by several
etiologic agents that vary by age group and geographical area. This study includes cases …