The C-reactive protein (CRP) test measures the level of CRP in the blood. CRP is a protein produced by the liver that rises when there is inflammation in the body. A standard CRP test is used to detect inflammation from infections, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. A high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) test measures very low levels and is used to assess cardiovascular disease risk.
C-Reactive Protein
The C-reactive protein (CRP) test measures the level of CRP in the blood. CRP is a protein produced by the liver that rises when there is inflammation in the body. A standard CRP test is used to detec
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Sources & References
- Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
- MedlinePlus Medical Tests — medlineplus.gov
- Lab Tests Online — labtestsonline.org
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
- Cleveland Clinic — my.clevelandclinic.org
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