Medical Testing

Difference Between C-Reactive Protein and High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein

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Difference Between C-Reactive Protein and High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein

First People’s Hospital of Zhoukou City Medical Laboratory Department Zhao Kunpeng When children have a fever or a cold, doctors often recommend blood tests, mainly checking the blood routine and C-reactive protein. Many parents often ask: Doctor, what is the difference between C-Reactive Protein and High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein? First, let’s understand their specific definitions C-Reactive … Read more

Detailed Explanation of C-Reactive Protein

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Detailed Explanation of C-Reactive Protein

CRP is an acute phase protein synthesized by liver cells in response to inflammatory stimuli such as microbial invasion or tissue damage. The acute phase response includes changes in the concentration of certain serum proteins during infection, inflammation, and trauma. These proteins, in addition to CRP, include serum amyloid A, fibrinogen, haptoglobin, α1-acid glycoprotein, ceruloplasmin, … Read more