C-reactive protein (standard CRP) — lab reference
In the reference guideAssay-specific. Acute infection, injury, and chronic inflammation may elevate.
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Review albumin, globulin, and electrophoresis when indicated.
Interpret with concurrent glucose, kidney function, and exogenous insulin use.
Highly preanalytic-sensitive. Fasting, processing, and recent intake matter.
Dipstick is albumin-biased. Confirm persistent findings with quantitative ratio.
Use laboratory and indication-specific thresholds; consider timed collection when needed.
Collection completeness must be assessed.
Protein intake, hydration, catabolism, GI bleeding, and kidney function affect result.
Assay-specific; reflects approximately 2-3 weeks and is affected by protein turnover.
Adult interval. Pregnancy and pituitary disease require different interpretation.
Binding abnormalities and severe illness may affect some free-hormone assays.
Useful in selected hyperthyroid states; not a sensitive stand-alone test for hypothyroidism.
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