C-reactive protein (CRP) is produced by the liver in response to inflammation, signaling potential health issues. High-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) detects even minor inflammation, which can elevate heart ...

Dr. Richard Becker answers the question: 'What Is A C-Reactive Protein Test?' — -- Question: What is a blood test called CRP (C-reactive protein) and when should I get it? Answer: CRP, or ...

We typically think of inflammation occurring suddenly after an injury or an infection — such as a red, swollen joint — a process in which the body releases chemicals and infection-fighting white blood ...

The CRP test measures the amount of this protein in the blood. Let us explain which diseases the CRP test can detect and ...

One of the most talked-about medical topics of the last couple weeks is C-reactive protein (CRP), elevated blood levels of which have been closely tied to heart disease risk. Before you rush out for a ...

The current era of lipid lowering and consequent reduction of cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been notable for both remarkable progress and associated irony. Publication of the landmark trials ...

Findings seen for lipoprotein a, remnant cholesterol, and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein.

The C-reactive protein (CRP) is an inflammatory marker used clinically to detect an inflammatory state as is present with atherosclerosis. Elevated CRP levels in healthy individuals indicate an ...

Overall survival, cancer-specific survival and progression-free survival were all negatively affected by elevated C-reactive protein levels, this study found. A new meta-analysis supports the idea ...

Plasma C-reactive protein (CRP) is widely used as a biomarker for bacterial infection, but its biological function remains ...

In a recent study, immune-inflammatory index, neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio, and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio were associated with infection of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in children. High ...