Comparison between blood hemoglobin concentration determined by point-of-care device and complete blood count in adult patients with dengue.

• Main Authors: Kantasit Wisanuvej (Author), Kochawan Boonyawat (Author), Chutchaiwat Savetamornkul (Author), Sirapong Virapongsiri (Author), Jatupon Krongvorakul (Author), Somnuek Sungkanuparph (Author), Angsana Phuphuakrat (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS), 2021-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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<h4>Background</h4>Hematocrit measurement has been an indispensable tool for monitoring plasma leakage and bleeding in dengue patients. However, hematocrit measurement by automated methods is hampered by frequent venipunctures. Utility of point-of-care hemoglobin (POC-Hb) test for monito...