What is the Lab Abbreviation for C-Reactive Protein?
CRP
What is C-Reactive Protein in terms of Nursing Labs?
C-reactive protein (CRP) is made in the liver in response to inflammation. CRP is a good indicator because it increases quickly in the inflammatory response, and drops when inflammation resolves.
What is the Normal Range for C-Reactive Protein?
<1.0 mg/L
What are the Indications for C-Reactive Protein?
Indicates:
Appendicitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Crohn’s
Ulcerative Colitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Lupus (SLE – Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
Monitor or Identify:
Inflammation in the body
Evaluate:
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
What would cause Increased Levels of C-Reactive Protein?
Bacterial Infection
Crohn’s Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Lupus
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Pregnancy
Myocardial Infarction (MI)
What would cause Decreased Levels of C-Reactive Protein?
N/A
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