Figure 5From: Correlation of procalcitonin and C-reactive protein to inflammation, complications, and outcome during the intensive care unit course of multiple-trauma patientsInitial serum concentrations of procalcitonin (PCT) (0–48 hours) and C-reactive protein (CRP) (0–72 hours) after mechanical trauma, and the development of septic complications during a 21-day follow-up. SIRS, systemic inflammatory response syndrome.Back to article page