What is a CRP or C-Reactive Protein Test & Cost in Kolkata?

A C-reactive protein or CRP is a substance produced by the liver in response to inflammation.

A high level of CRP is a blood marker of inflammation and can be caused by a wide variety of conditions, from infection to cancer.

High CRP levels can be indicative of inflammation in the arteries of the heart, which can mean a higher risk of heart attack. It is, however, not a specific test and CRP level of a person can be elevated in any inflammatory condition.

A CRP test price in Kolkata is around Rs. 550.

What is a CRP test used for?

A CRP test may be used to find or monitor conditions that cause inflammation which may include:

• Bacterial infections, such as sepsis, a severe and sometimes life-threatening condition
• Fungal infection
• Inflammatory bowel disease, a disorder that causes swelling and bleeding in the intestines
• Autoimmune disorders such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
• An infection of the bone called osteomyelitis
• Tuberculosis
• Cancer ( Especially lymphoma )
• Pneumonia or any other significant infection

When used in combination with high cholesterol levels, a CRP blood test may be helpful in assessing a person’s risk of heart disease.

How to prepare for a CRP test?

No special preparation is necessary for a CRP test. You may eat normally before or after the test. A nurse or a technician collects your blood sample which is then sent for investigation.

What do your CRP test results mean?

The unit in which C-reactive protein is measured is milligrams  per liter of blood (mg/L). A low C-reactive protein level, usually, is better than a high one, as it indicates less inflammation in the body.

According to the Cleveland Clinic:

A reading of less than 1 mg/L indicates your cardiovascular disease is low.

A reading between 1 and 2.9 mg/L indicates you’re at intermediate risk.

A reading greater than 3 mg/L indicates you’re at high risk of cardiovascular disease.

A reading above 10 mg/L may indicate that there is a need for further testing. It is very important to determine the cause of such significant inflammation in your body.

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Why choose AccuHealth Diagnostics

At Accuhealth, we put our patients before everything. We ensure that you get the best of service to take care of your health. We have our centers in Kasba, Baruipur and Sonarpur. We also provide home collection facilities for our patients all over Kolkata and adjoining areas as well. We have advanced equipment, experienced staff and competent doctors on-board. We make sure our reports are accurate so that you face no trouble with your treatment further.

Our CRP blood test cost is :

• For Kasba Centre – Rs. 550
• For Baruipur Centre – Rs. 400