It is important to note that a neutrophilic pleocytosis not 100 % specific for SMRA and common infectious diseases should be ruled out with serum or CSF titers. (hopevs.com)
Significantly elevated levels of the inflammatory mediators interleukin - 6 (IL - 6), IL - 8, CCL2, and CXCL13 were observed, as well as pleocytosis (increased cell counts, primarily white blood cells) in the cerebrospinal fluid of all infected animals — except in those treated with dexamethasone. (sciencedaily.com)
Additional publications include the first report of a complete eosinophilic pleocytosis in the spinal fluid of a cat, and a novel approach to the cranial thoracic spine of dogs and cats. (carolinavet.com)