Diagnostic Value of CRP, Procalcitonin, and Ferritin Levels in Cerebrospinal Fluid of Children with Meningitis

Abstract

CSF of children with bacterial meningitis contains higher levels of inflammatory mediators including Procalcitonin, Ferritin, and CRP, compared to aseptic meningitis The biomarkers provided high sensitivity (especially PCT) and specificity (especially CRP). Using these complementary biomarkers would be useful for early diagnosis of bacterial meningitis and selection of appropriate treatment.