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Chikungunya laboratory findings
Introduction
Overview
Overview
There are no pathognomonic laboratory findings for Chikungunya virus infection. Laboratory abnormalities include mild thrombocytopenia (>100,000/mm3), neutropenia, lymphopenia, and elevated liver function tests. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein are usually elevated.[1]
Laboratory Findings
Laboratory Findings
Laboratory abnormalities include the followings:[1]
- Mild thrombocytopenia (>100,000/mm3)
- Leukopenia (including neutropenia and lymphopenia)
- Elevated AST and/or ALT
- Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
- Elevated C-reactive protein (CRP)
References
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Preparedness and response for Chikungunya virus introduction in the Americas. Washington, DC: Pan American Health Organization CDC, Center for Disease Control and Prevention. 2011. ISBN 978-92-75-11632-6.
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