Background: Dengue is a mosquito–borne viral illness with manifestations that range from a severe flu–like illness to life–threatening complications

Objective: To study the clinical & laboratory profile of Dengue in Children.

Methods: The study was conducted in a tertiary care centre from August to October 2015 in 73 children below 12 years of age who were tested positive for Dengue infection by NS1 assay or ELISA. Clinical and laboratory parameters were recorded & analyzed statistically. A “p” value of < 0.05 was considered positive.

Results: Out of the 73 NS 1 assay confirmed dengue cases, all subjects had fever, while cough and cold was a common symptom in all age groups. Significant leucopenia and thrombocytopenia was not seen in our subjects.

Conclusion: Early recognition and prompt management is essential to reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with disease.