86140 C-reactive protein
Pathology & Lab
Also known as: CRP, C-reactive protein
C-reactive protein (CRP) test measures acute phase reactant protein produced by the liver in response to inflammation, indicating inflammatory or acute phase conditions.
Clinical Context
Non-specific marker of inflammation used to assess disease activity in rheumatologic disorders, infection severity, and post-operative complications. Rises within hours of inflammation.
RVU Breakdown
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