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Abstract

The post-mortem use of inflammatory biomarkers C-reactive protein and procalcitonin – advantageous or impeding?

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Pages 46-48 | Received 17 Jan 2024, Accepted 04 Feb 2024, Published online: 28 Apr 2024

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