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A complete blood count with differential testing and blood cultures (before starting antimicrobial therapy, if possible) are indicated for children who are hospitalized
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Uncomplicated Pneumoniaa positive result may indicate remote infection.
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Typical bacterial pneumonias usually present with higher peripheral white blood cell counts than ‘atypical’ bacterial or viral pneumonias (eg, M pneumoniae). <span>A complete blood count with differential testing and blood cultures (before starting antimicrobial therapy, if possible) are indicated for children who are hospitalized. Even though the yield from blood cultures is low, a positive result is helpful, especially if the child subsequently experiences a complicated course. Furthermore, it is an important p Summary
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