Description
- Detailed Medical History: The healthcare provider begins by collecting a comprehensive medical history, including information about the onset, duration, and pattern of fever, recent travel, exposure to sick individuals, and any associated symptoms such as cough, rash, or joint pain.
- Physical Examination: A thorough physical examination is conducted to assess vital signs, general appearance, and specific findings related to the fever, such as skin rashes, swollen lymph nodes, or inflamed tonsils.
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): A CBC measures various components of the blood, including white blood cell counts, red blood cell counts, and platelet counts. Abnormalities in these counts can indicate the presence of infection or inflammation.
- Blood Culture: A blood culture is performed to identify and isolate any bacteria or fungi present in the bloodstream. This test helps diagnose bloodstream infections (sepsis) or bacterial endocarditis, which can lead to fever.
- Inflammatory Marker Testing: Blood tests to measure markers of inflammation, such as C-reactive protein (CRP) and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), are conducted. Elevated levels of these markers suggest ongoing inflammation.
- Liver and Kidney Function Tests: Blood tests to assess liver and kidney function are conducted to identify potential organ dysfunction that can cause fever or result from the underlying condition.
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