Biomarkers in Hepatic Disease: A Review Focused on Critically Ill Patients

The ability to make a diagnosis early and appropriately is paramount for the survival of the critically ill ICU patient. Along with the myriad physical examination and imaging modalities available, biomarkers provide a window on the disease process. Herein we review hepatic biomarkers in the context of the critical care patient.

Source: Journal of Intensive Care Medicine - January 4, 2016 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Kubilay, N. Z., Sengel, B. E., Wood, K. E., Layon, A. J. Tags: Analytic Reviews Source Type: research