Health Care Pathology Lab

C Reactive Protein (CRP) Quantitative

Reports within 24 hours.

Special Instructions : A C-reactive protein (CRP) test measures the amount of CRP in your blood to check for inflammation. Inflammation is the body's way of healing from injury or infection, but it can also be harmful if it lasts too long. Here are some reasons why a doctor might order a CRP test: Check for infection A CRP test can help diagnose infections like sepsis, which is a life-threatening complication of a bacterial infection. CRP levels increase quickly after a serious infection. Monitor autoimmune diseases A CRP test can help monitor flare-ups of chronic inflammatory autoimmune diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. Determine treatment effectiveness A CRP test can help determine if anti-inflammatory medicine is working. Assess cardiovascular risk A CRP test can help indicate your risk of developing cardiovascular problems. A CRP test is a general test that can't pinpoint the exact location or cause of inflammation. CRP levels are measured in milligrams per liter (mg/L). Results equal to or greater than 8 mg/L or 10 mg/L are considered high.