Inflammation (hs-CRP) Test

$59

Inflammation blood markers can detect inflammation caused by multiple conditions.

Inflammation is part of your body’s natural defense mechanism in response to injury, infection or irritants created to combat and fix the damage or symptom.

This high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) blood inflammation test measures the level of the C-reactive protein: a substance made by the liver in response to inflammation. The results of this inflammation test may indicate the presence of an illness, injury or infection. Elevated CRP levels are associated with several diseases and conditions including chronic inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and cancer.

Note: CRP levels can be elevated from intense exercise (weight training or a long run), recent injury, illnesses or infection. Further testing and clinical consultation with a health care provider may be required to determine the source of CRP elevation.

Test Details

Sample Type: Blood

Age: 18+

HSA/FSA: Accepted

Collection Method: In person at a Labcorp location

Results: 1 day from when your sample arrives at our lab

Preparation: No special preparation is needed.

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Monitoring CRP levels?

Studies show that there is a positive correlation between high CRP levels and the probability of having a heart attack.¹^,²

Studies show that there is a positive correlation between high CRP levels and the probability of having a heart attack.¹^,²

If you are experiencing unexplained fatigue, frequent infection, ongoing muscle or joint aches and pain, or any GI symptoms, this test may provide insight about your health.

Concerned about heart disease?

An hs-CRP test can be an excellent first step in determining if you need to seek medical advice or additional testing for a suspected chronic disease associated with inflammation or if you are at an increased risk for heart disease.¹^,²

Trying to reduce risk?

Studies show you can effectively lower your CRP (when levels indicate increased cardiovascular risk) with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Studies show you can effectively lower your CRP (when levels indicate increased cardiovascular risk) with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

You can reduce CRP levels by taking statins, which may be a treatment option under the guidance of a healthcare provider.¹

1. Harvard Health Publishing. C-Reactive Protein Test to Screen for Heart Disease: Why Do We Need Another Test? Harvard Health Publishing website. Updated March 21, 2017. Accessed October 27, 2022. www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/c-reactive-protein-test-to-screen-for-heart-disease

2. Mayo Clinic. C-reactive protein test. Mayo Clinic website. Updated June, 2021. Accessed November 9, 2022. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/c-reactive-protein-test/about/pac-20385228

What's Tested

High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)

Measures (at high sensitivity) the level of C-reactive protein: a substance made by the liver in response to inflammation.

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Purchase Your Test

Simply purchase this test online. A healthcare provider will review and approve your test requests; no healthcare provider visit is required.

Provide Your Sample

Visit a Labcorp location near you for sample collection. Visits may be scheduled online.

Get Your Results

View your easy-to-read results online in your Labcorp Patient™ account, including Linked Accounts. For certain results that require prompt attention, you will also be contacted by phone or mail.

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FAQ

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Your results will be provided to you through our secure online portal to view or print. Results are also provided to PWNHealth, which provides professional healthcare provider services for OnDemand tests. If you are accessing your results through your Labcorp Patient account, all users linked to the account will have access to all OnDemand test results. Results may also be provided to a local, state, or federal health authority, but only when legally required. For example, many states require the testing laboratory and healthcare provider to report test results for certain communicable diseases, such as sexually transmitted diseases or COVID-19, to local or state health departments.

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