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Table 16-14

Diagnostic testScore
Platelet count>100,000/mm3 = 0
<100,000/mm3 = 1
<50,000/mm3 = 2
Prothrombin time<3 sec = 0
>3 sec but <6 sec = 1
>6 sec = 2
Fibrin degradation productsNo increase = 0
Moderate increase = 2
Strong increase = 3
Fibrinogen level>1 g/L = 0
<1 g/L = 1
Score calculation
  • If 5
Consistent with overt DIC
  • If <5
Not likely overt DIC; repeat tests in 1–2 days

DIC = disseminated intravascular coagulation.

Algorithm developed by the International Society of Thrombosis and Hemostasis.