Total duration of antibiotic therapy in adults hospitalized with sepsis was significantly shorter among those who received PCT-guided care vs standard care.

Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or tuberculosis. Symptoms include fever, cough, chest pain, ...

Measurements and Main Results: Serum procalcitonin and C-reactive protein were measured at admission in all patients and, when possible, repeated 6, 12, 24, and 48 hrs later. In most cases ...

What you eat and drink does more than fill your stomach — it also gives your body the nutrients it needs to thrive. Your overall diet can affect how you feel today as well as how you feel years ...

An essential stage known as post cycle therapy (PCT) is a crucial part of any performance-enhancing drug (PED) cycle. Its importance lies in its ability to restore the body’s natural hormone ...

Fruit contains several vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients, including protein. With 1 to 5 grams (g) of protein per cup, fruit is a great option for adding protein to everyday meals. Putting fruit ...

A research team has discovered how the 'Shethna protein II' protects the nitrogen-fixing enzyme nitrogenase from damage. The oxygen sensor protein could help to make nitrogenase usable in ...

Nanobiosensors and Bioanalytical Applications Group (NanoB2A), Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2), CSIC, BIST and CIBER-BBN, Bellaterra, 08193 Barcelona, Spain Atomic ...

ANP: Atrial natriuretic peptide; CRP: C-reactive protein; HMGB1: High mobility group ***; HSP: Heat shock protein; PCT: Procalcitonin; RAGE: Receptor for advanced ...