Pneumococcal Meningitis CSF — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateInfectious DiseasePneumococcal Meningitis CSFRACP Paediatrics

CSF: WCC 2500, 90% neutrophils, protein 3.5, glucose 0.5/6.0. Gram-positive diplococci. Organism?

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Correct answer: B — S. pneumoniae

Gram-positive diplococci = pneumococcus. Most common meningitis >3 months in Australia.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024