Domain 14: Biomarkers - Serologic

Recommendations

14.1

The use of serologic biomarkers is not clinically indicated. Presently there is no validated “concussion blood test” that can be used to accurately detect concussion in children/adolescents.

Level of Evidence:   

At this stage, newer serologic and other clinical biomarkers, while potentially useful as research tools, are not ready for clinical implementation/management.