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CRP (High Sensitivity) Blood Test

CRP (High Sensitivity) Blood Test

A blood test that checks for chronic low-level inflammation in the body which is a risk factor for heart disease.
Blood sample 1 test included 2 working days turnaround

£41.00

All tests bought are intended solely for the person purchasing. Why?

  • You want to assess your risk of heart disease
  • You have an increased risk of developing heart disease because of age, family history or lifestyle and wish to check your risk
  • You want to confirm that your healthy lifestyle is having a positive impact on your health
C-reactive protein (CRP) is a protein made by the liver that is released into the blood after tissue injury, the start of an infection or inflammation. HsCRP (High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein) is a marker in the blood which is a known risk factor for heart disease. Sensitive enough to pick up even the lowest level of inflammation, this test can show whether you have damaging inflammation which is possibly affecting your arteries. Inflammation is caused by poor diet (too much sugar and refined carbohydrates), lack of exercise and stress.

This test should not be undertaken if you have any accute inflammation or disease as the results will be abnormally high. However, if you are in good health with no obvious inflammatory symptoms, then this test is a useful indicator of your personal risk of heart disease, especially if used in conjunction with other tests e.g. cholesterol.

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Our tests are not a substitute for seeing your doctor, especially if you are suffering symptoms. Our doctors will interpret your results based on the information you have provided, but will not diagnose, consult or provide any treatment. You will be advised to see your doctor for any necessary follow-up action.