[Changes in the peripheral blood cells count in the early phase of acute pancreatitis].

Peripheral blood count belongs to the most frequently ordered laboratory tests performed in the assessment of the current patients condition. In addition to basic information, including analysis of individual cell populations, additional parameters are given that can be helpful in predicting the course of disease, including acute pancreatitis (AP). The aim of the study was to compare the parameters of blood counts in patients with mild and moderate to severe AP in the early stage of the disease. We confirmed a significant predictive value of monitoring the total white blood cell counts, direct neutrophil counts, platelet counts, and the value of RDW in the first week of AP. Also, the relationship was observed between increased hematocrit value and mortality in patients with severe acute pancreatitis.