Why get tested?May be helpful in assessing risk of developing
heart disease,
cardiovascular disease, or other processes involving
inflammationWhen 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.