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hs-CRP


Formal name: High-sensitivity C-reactive protein

At a Glance

Why Get Tested?

May be used to predict your risk of developing heart disease

When to Get Tested?

When risk factors for heart and blood vessel disease are present as part of cardiac risk assessment; currently most testing is done in research settings

Sample Required?

A blood sample taken from a vein in your arm