Which of the following parameters is/are not included in the Ranson's prognostic signs useful in the early evaluation of a patient with acute pancreatitis?

C. Amylase value greater than 1000 U per dl.

E. Alanine aminotransferase greater than 250 U per dl. 

DISCUSSION: Several prognostic systems have been demonstrated to predict the severity of pancreatitis accurately. Two Ranson prognostic criteria have been developed: one each, for pancreatitis that is not due to gallstones and pancreatitis that is. The systems have minor differences. In both of the Ranson systems elevated blood glucose, leukocytosis, and elevations of serum LDH have proved to have prognostic importance. The degree of amylase elevation is not one of the parameters, nor is the degree of ALT elevation.