What are the Common Findings and Their Implications?
Increased White Blood Cells: Typically suggests an infection such as bacterial or viral meningitis. Elevated Protein Levels: Can indicate a variety of conditions, from infections to traumatic injury or neoplasms. Low Glucose Levels: Often associated with bacterial infections, as bacteria consume glucose. Presence of Bacteria or Fungi: Direct evidence of an infectious process, requiring appropriate antimicrobial treatment.
