What Is Meningococcemia?
9. Diagnosis
Blood samples will typically need to be taken in order to diagnose meningococcemia. These can then be sent off to a laboratory where they can be analyzed for signs of Neisseria meningitidis. The blood will be analyzed to give a complete blood count, and it can also be tested for clotting abnormalities. This can also help to rule out some other diseases.
A urine sample will also be requested in some cases. Fluid from your spine may also need to be taken for analysis, in a procedure known as a lumbar puncture. A sample of the tissues of any lesions may also be taken for analysis.
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