Infection · Inflammation · Treatment Monitoring · Health Check
C-reactive protein is a substance your liver releases when there is inflammation or infection in the body. A CRP test is a fast, simple way to see whether your body is fighting something.
CRP shows that something is going on, not what — your doctor finds the cause
Method
Serum CRP Assay
About the Test
A Simple Signal of Inflammation
CRP rises within hours of infection, injury or inflammation and falls as you recover. It does not name the cause, but it helps your doctor decide how urgently to look for one.
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Infection Marker
Bacterial infections usually push CRP higher than viral ones, which helps doctors decide whether antibiotics are likely to help.
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Inflammation Marker
CRP is raised in inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease, and after injury or surgery.
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Tracking Recovery
Repeat CRP tests show whether an infection or inflammatory condition is responding to treatment.
When to Test
Five Reasons to Get a CRP Test
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Fever With No Clear Cause
CRP helps show whether a fever is likely to have an infective or inflammatory cause.
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Suspected Bacterial Infection
A high CRP supports the case for a bacterial infection needing treatment.
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Joint Pain and Stiffness
Swollen, stiff or painful joints may reflect inflammatory arthritis, where CRP is often raised.
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After Surgery or Injury
CRP is used to monitor healing and pick up post-operative infection early.
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Monitoring Treatment
Repeated tests show whether antibiotics or anti-inflammatory treatment are working.
CRP Interpretation (Guide)
Under 5 mg/L
Normal
5–50 mg/L
Mild–moderate rise
Over 50 mg/L
Marked rise
Repeat
To track trend
⚕️ CRP is non-specific. A normal CRP does not exclude illness, and a raised CRP does not identify the cause — results must be read with your symptoms and examination.
Preparation
How to Prepare for Your CRP Test
No preparation is needed for a CRP test.
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No Fasting Needed
You can eat and drink normally before the test.
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Tell Us Your Symptoms
Fever, pain, recent surgery or injury help put the result in context.
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Mention Current Medication
Anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids can lower CRP. Tell us what you are taking.
Why Choose Us
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Quick and Simple
A single blood sample gives a useful marker of inflammation.
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Confidential Results
Your results are shared only with you.
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Clear Guidance
We explain what your result means and when to see a doctor.
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Pairs Well With FBC
Combined with a full blood count, CRP gives a fuller picture of infection.