⚡Mnemonic⚡: Laboratory Findings In Acute Brain Syndrome

Mnemonic :  BRAINS BUZZ

• B: Bilirubin Levels Increased – In acute brain syndrome, bilirubin levels may rise due to liver dysfunction or hemolysis.

• R: Red Blood Cells (RBCs) Elevated – An elevated RBC count could be a sign of dehydration, which is common in acute brain syndrome patients.

• A: Ammonia Elevated – Elevated ammonia levels can indicate liver damage, a potential cause of acute brain syndrome.

• I: Inflammatory Markers Increased – Such as C-reactive protein (CRP) or erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), which can indicate an inflammatory process.

• N: Neutrophil Count Abnormal – An increase in neutrophils may suggest an infection or inflammation contributing to acute brain syndrome.

• S: Sodium Levels Fluctuating – Electrolyte imbalances, including sodium, are common in acute brain syndrome cases.

• B: Blood Glucose Irregularities – Patients may experience fluctuations in blood glucose levels due to various factors affecting the brain.

• U: Urea Elevated – High blood urea levels could result from kidney dysfunction, which may play a role in acute brain syndrome.

• Z: Zinc Levels Disturbed – Zinc imbalances may impact cognitive function, contributing to the syndrome.

• Z: Zebra-stripe Pattern on EEG – Although rare, a zebra-stripe pattern on an electroencephalogram (EEG) can be associated with certain brain conditions.