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Chills

Alternate Names : Rigors, Shivering

Chills | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the condition diagnosed?

Diagnosis of chills begins with a history and physical exam. This may be all that is needed. In other cases, further tests are ordered.

A complete blood count, or CBC, can help diagnose an infection or blood cancer. Blood hormone levels may be measured if menopause is suspected. If an autoimmune disorder is suspected, an antibody titer may be done. If a kidney infection is suspected, a urinalysis and urine culture may be done on a sample of urine.

Other tests may also be ordered in certain settings. For instance, a chest x-ray will be done if pneumonia is suspected.


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Author: Adam Brochert, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 03/29/01



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