LDH as a Biochemical Biomarker to Predict Organ Failure in the Emergency Department Setting

LDH as a Biochemical Biomarker to Predict Organ Failure in the Emergency Department Setting

The purpose of this study is evaluate if K3, a novel biomarker, sampled at arrival to the emergency department can be used to predict the development of organ failure measured as SOFA score. K3 consists of lactate dehydrogenase, albumin and magnesium combined.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥18 years
• Admitted to emergency department, Karlstad Central Hospital, Sweden

Exclusion Criteria:

• Not in need of venous blood sample