hs-CRP

hs-CRP

Also known as: High-sensitivity CRP; Ultra-sensitive CRP
Formal name: High-sensitivity C-reactive protein
Related tests: Lipid profile, Cardiac risk assessment, CRP

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	At A Glance
	Why get tested? May be helpful in assessing risk of developing heart disease, cardiovascular disease, or other processes involving inflammation When to get tested? No current consensus exists on when to get tested; hs-CRP is most often done in conjunction with other tests that are ordered to assess risk of heart disease, such as a lipid profile (cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL-C, LDL-C). Sample required? A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm Note: You may need to fast for 9-12 hours before the blood sample is taken if a lipid profile also is going to be done. Next >>

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