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
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