C-Reactive Protein
MESHD002097
A plasma protein that circulates in increased amounts during inflammation and after tissue damage. C-Reactive Protein measured by more sensitive methods often for coronary heart disease risk assessment is referred to as High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP).
Synonyms
- C Reactive Protein
- High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein
- High Sensitivity C Reactive Protein
- hs-CRP
- hsCRP
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