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Diagnosis of SBP via Ascitic Fluid Analysis

Standard Evaluation

• Paracentesis results supporting a diagnosis of SBP:
  • Total WBC >500
  • Absolute neutrophil count (PMNs) > 250
  • Bacteria on gram stain (single type)
  • SAAG > 1.1
  • Protein < 1, Glucose > 50 (otherwise concern for secondary bacterial peritonitis)

For bloody tap, subtract 1 WBC for every 250 RBC

If on Peritoneal Dialysis

SBP if:

• >100 total WBCs OR >50% neutrophils

If on Nightly APD

SBP if:

• >50% neutrophils
• Amylase (>100 suggestive of intra-abdominal process)