This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of viral co-infections in hospitalized patients and their potential association with platelet count (PLT) during hospitalization.

Additionally, the study explored the gender and ethnic distribution of the participants, providing valuable insights into the diversity of the patient population.

Of 994 patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a total of 354 patients were included in the study, with 54.8% males and 45.2% females.

The ethnic distribution consisted of 52.8% Hispanic, 21.8% Caucasian, 19.5% African American, and 4.5% classified as other.

Viral co-infections were analyzed during hospitalization, and groups were analyzed based on the degree of thrombocytopenia, which was classified into mild and severe.

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