Biochemistry
| Full details for "C-Reactive Protein". | |
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Name |
C-Reactive Protein |
Alternative name/Profile |
CRP |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5ml - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Daily |
Turnaround time |
1 Day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Test Comment: Levels increase rapidly in a wide variety of inflammatory conditions. CRP has a half life of 8 hours, so levels also fall rapidly with resolving inflammation.
Cardiovascular disease; lower levels are associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease. |
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Reference range |
0-5 mg/L. Significant bacterial infections are unusual below 10 mg/L except in the neonate. |
Last updated |
Mon, 11 Jun 2012 12:00:47 IST |