
C-reactive Protein (CRP) Test
C-reactive protein (CRP) is an acute-phase protein produced by the liver, and its levels in the blood rise in response to inflammation caused by infection, trauma, or chronic disease.
CRP testing allows clinicians to assess the presence and intensity of systemic inflammation.
| Specimen | Whole blood (fingertop), Serum, Plasma |
|---|---|
| Test time | 5 min |
| Specimen volume | 5 μL |
| Measurable range | 0.5-200 mg/L |
| Storage temperature | 2-8°C |