Otitis media laboratory findings
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Overview[edit | edit source]
There are no laboratory findings specifically associated with otitis media. General markers for inflammation may be present.
Laboratory Findings[edit | edit source]
Laboratory tests are not usually used for diagnosing otitis media. The following test results may, however, indicate otitis media as general markers of inflammation:
- White Blood Cell Count
- A complete blood count test performed on otitis media patients may reveal abnormal lymphocyte and other white blood cell counts, lesser or greater than normal.
- Markers for Inflammation
- Otitis media patients may display markers for inflammation, determined by the following tests:
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