Weight loss or dysphagia requires an urgent Upper Endoscopy (EGD). 12. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) SOP: Urinalysis (look for nitrites and leukocyte esterase).
Visual inspection for flexural distribution and lichenification. History of atopy (asthma/hay fever). 20. Dengue / Viral Fever (Regional Specific)
Gold standard is the visualization of negatively birefringent, needle-shaped monosodium urate crystals in joint aspirate.
Abnormal lipid fractions calculated via a fasting or non-fasting lipid panel. Primary target thresholds are risk-dependent: LDL-C ) for low-risk individuals; ) for extreme-risk individuals. sop for diagnosis of top 20 common diseases updated
3.15. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE)
Demonstration of variable, reversible expiratory airflow limitation. Mandatory Workup: Spirometry demonstrating a post-bronchodilator increase in FEV1cap F cap E cap V sub 1 from baseline.
Avoid imaging for first 6 weeks if no red flags. Weight loss or dysphagia requires an urgent Upper
3.19. Low back pain (acute, non-specific)
Tachycardia, diaphoresis, tremors, hyperreflexia. Diagnostic Criteria: Met via the GAD-7 screening tool score ≥10is greater than or equal to 10 , along with DSM-5-TR symptom validation.
Rhinorrhea and cough without focal lung findings. 2. Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) Dengue / Viral Fever (Regional Specific) Gold standard
This guide provides a standardized framework for the clinical diagnosis of the most frequently encountered conditions in primary and urgent care. These protocols are updated to reflect current evidence-based guidelines (2024-2025). 1. Essential Diagnostic Framework
≥5 attacks, 4–72 hr duration.