C Reactive Protein blood test
Normal Reference Range
<5 mg/L
Test Information
An IL-6-mediated acute phase reactant, CRP blood tests are proportionally correlated with inflammatory responses. Increases in circulating CRP have been shown to be associated with the emergence of Type 1 DM and ischemic heart disease as well as the deterioration of pre-existing systemic diseases.
Clinical Indications
CRP blood test is a prognostic marker in acute inflammatory states
Diagnostic for presence of underlying infection.
Sample Required
5mL serum sample tube is required for the CRP blood test
Min. sample volume
0.5mL
Special Instructions and Precautions
Not applicable
Time Limits For Retrospective Testing
5 days
Any factors affecting the test
Not applicable
Turnaround Time
4 hrs
Referral centre (if applicable)
Not applicable
Test Code
CRP