Template:Diagnosis of SBP
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Diagnosis of SBP on Ascites Fluid Analysis
- Paracentesis results supporting a diagnosis of SBP:
- Total WBC >500
- Absolute neutrophil count (PMNs) > 250
- Bacteria on gram stain (single type)
- SAAG > 1.1
- Protein < 1, Glucose > 50 (otherwise concern for secondary bacterial peritonitis)
^For bloody tap, subtract 1 WBC for every 250 RBC