What is the test for?
The test measures the levels of C-reactive protein in the blood. An elevated level of CRP indicates active inflammation in the body.
When to get the test?
Your doctor will prescribe this test if you consult them with symptoms like fever, cough, etc. which indicate an active infection. Also, if you have any autoimmune disorder or chronic inflammatory disease, your doctor might prescribe this test.
What is the normal range?
The normal range of C-reactive protein in the blood is less than 10 mg/L.
