Hematological Parameters and Its Utility in Dengue-A Prospestive Study

Background: Dengue an endemic disease in subtropical and tropical regions of the world is causing severe epidemic in India and is endemic in many parts of India, especially the metropolitan cities and towns. Aim And Objectives: To co-relate the haematological data during the evolution of dengue fever and to predict the severity of the disease, based on laboratory rapid screening tests for IgM and IgG antibodies and NS1 antigen and to study the seasonal variation. As dengue causes increased morbidity and mortality and requires prompt diagnosis and treatment for the proper management of these cases, the rapid screening test for IgM/IgG antibodies helps clinicians toward achieving this goal. Material And Method: A prospective study of laboratory tests of positive dengue cases and its hematological profile over a period of one year between January 2013 to December 2013. Conclusion: Awareness, early recognition and early diagnosis are important for favourable outcome. The study focuses the importance of complete hemogram and rapid screening tests for IgM and IgG antibodies and NS1 antigen for detection of dengue during the season. Thrombocytopenia may not always be a feature of dengue.