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What Is C-Reactive Protein Test?

Purpose of a C-Reactive Protein Test

In general, the level of C-reactive protein is a marker of inflammatory. The test is often done to determine whether your symptoms are linked to an inflammatory condition or not. The results would help a doctor narrow down the possible causes and make a precise diagnosis. It can reveal whether the inflammation is chronic or acute. The following conditions can be identified with the help of the C-reactive protein test: asthma, allergies, bacterial infection, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer, bronchitis, COPD, celiac disease, diabetes, heart disease, heart attack, pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, high blood pressure, pneumonia, pelvic inflammatory disease, and more. [3]