What is CRP (CRP)?

What is CRP (CRP)?

CRP is a protein made by your liver. It’s sent into your bloodstream in response to inflammation. Inflammation is your body’s way of protecting your tissues if you’ve been injured or have an infection.

What should I do if my CRP test results are normal?

Talk to your doctor about your other risk factors and ways you can try to prevent coronary artery disease and a heart attack. Your doctor will discuss what your CRP test result means. For a standard CRP test, a normal reading is less than 10 milligram per liter (mg/L).

What are normal CRP ranges for C-reactive protein?

What Are Normal, Low, and Elevated Ranges for C-Reactive Protein? CRP is measured in the blood from a blood sample that is sent to a laboratory for analysis. Traditionally, CRP levels have been measured within the 3 to 5 mg/L range in assessing for inflammation.

What does an hs-CRP test measure?

An hs-CRP test measures much lower levels of CRP. It is used to check for risk of heart disease. Lab Tests Online [Internet]. Washington D.C.: American Association for Clinical Chemistry; c2001–2018.