GPT and Decreased total leukocyte count: Similar to other reports, we found that fatal H5N1 cases compared to those who survived, were more likely to have a lower median white blood cell count (WBC) or leukopenia [9], [10], lower median lymphocyte count or lymphopenia [10], lower median platelet count or thrombocytopenia [9], [10], [11], elevated serum liver enzymes (AST and ALT) [9], [10], [11], and elevated serum BUN and creatinine levels [9].