If you feel you have any symptoms of sepsis, consult your doctor immediately. Early diagnosis is necessary to avoid further worsening of the condition. Diagnosing sepsis can sometimes be difficult as the symptoms are same as for many other disorders.
Doctors may first suggest blood tests to check:
Other tests which help to determine sepsis include:
Imaging tests are suggested if the location of the infection is not clear. Those tests include:
Do you know? Early diagnosis of sepsis helps to reduce the mortality rate.