Cell-Surface Biomarkers, C-Reactive Protein and Haematological Parameters for Diagnosing Late Onset Sepsis in Pre-term Neonates

Objective To compare the diagnostic accuracy of white blood cell-surface biomarkers (CD64, CD11b and HLA-DR), C-reactive protein (CRP) and hematological parameters to diagnose definite sepsis among pre-term neonates presenting with suspected late-onset neonatal sepsis (LONS). Design This was a prospective, single-gate, diagnostic study in a Level III neonatal unit. Fifty-three neonates (gestation, <34 weeks) with LONS (onset, >72...