Overview
C-reactive protein (CRP) is one of the most sensitive acute-phase reactants for inflammation. CRP is synthesized by the liver. CRP elevations may not point towards specific disease but rather are useful for the detection of systemic inflammatory processes; to assess the treatment of bacterial infections with antibiotics; to detect intrauterine infections with concomitant premature amniorrhexis; to differentiate between active and inactive forms of disease with concurrent infection. Measuring changes in the concentration of CRP provides useful diagnostic information about the level of acuity and severity of a disease, and can aid in monitoring disease progression and response to therapy.
What is Crp (quantitative) ?
C-Reactive protein (CRP) is one of the most sensitive acute-phase reactants for inflammation. CRP is synthesized by the liver. CRP elevations may not point towards specific disease but rather are useful for the detection of systemic inflammatory processes; to assess the treatment of bacterial infections with antibiotics; to detect intrauterine infections with concomitant premature amniorrhexis; to differentiate between active and inactive forms of disease with concurrent infection. Measuring changes in the concentration of CRP provides useful diagnostic information about the level of acuity and severity of a disease, and can aid in monitoring disease progression and response to therapy.
What is the Cost of Crp (quantitative)
The price of a CRP (Quantitative) Test test is Rs. 500. However, cost of the test may fluctuate depending on following factors:
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Other tests advised along with thyroid test
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Offers or discounts
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Empanelment of the patient
What is the Purpose of the Crp (quantitative) ?
CRP (Quantitative) Test is advised to for following analysis:
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Check for Infection: If you exhibit symptoms of inflammation in your body such as fever, chills, redness or flushing, nausea, vomiting, rapid breathing, and/or rapid heart rate, then this test can be advised.
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Guide treatment of Sepsis: A potentially fatal condition known as sepsis arises due to the body's reaction to a bacterial infection, causing widespread inflammation in the body.
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Monitor flare-ups: This test can be advised to monitor the flare-ups of a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis.
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Assess the Treatment: It is used to check the efficacy of the treatment given to manage a chronic inflammatory condition.
When is the Crp (quantitative) Recommended ?
If you have following conditions, then CRP (Quantitative) Test is advised:
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Bacterial or viral infection
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Symptoms such as fever, chills, redness or flushing, nausea, vomiting, rapid breathing, and/or rapid heart rate
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Autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus
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Minor inflammation
Preparation for Crp (quantitative)
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Unless otherwise directed by your doctor, there is no need for you to make any special preparations before the CRP (Quantitative) Test.
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Other blood tests can be carried out in addition to a CRP (Quantitative) Test. If your doctor advises you to have multiple tests at once, they may ask you to fast for a specific period of time prior to a blood test.
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Drink adequate water before sample collection.
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Avoid vigorous physical activity before the sample collection.
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Follow the preparatory instructions as guided by your doctor.