What is 100% sensitive for distinguishing SAH on LP from traumatic LP (skin vessels)?,”Xanthochromia (Presence of bilirubin in LP, takes 12 hours to breakdown RBC into bilirubin).CT sensitivity decreases with time (best when <12h). Xanthochromia remains highly sensitive for 2 weeks.Best done to diagnose SAH 12 hours - 14 days after onset of symptoms

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How do we differentiate subarachnoid hemorrhage from other headaches? What are common associated histories or exam findings?,”SUMSUDDEN onset – Thunderclap headache, “”Worse headache of my life””.UNLIKE other headaches.Maximal AT ONSET. Meningismus (nuchal rigidity, etc), focal neurological deficits (may be normal initially). Often occurs with exertion (exercise, intercourse, etc). Nausea

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