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Inflammation
hs-CRP
Clinical biomarkerInflammatory proteinBloodmg/L
A sensitive measure of systemic C-reactive protein.
What it measures
Low concentrations of C-reactive protein produced during inflammatory signaling.
Why it matters
Used in cardiovascular risk refinement and as a nonspecific indicator of inflammation.
How to interpret it
Persistent values are more informative than an isolated result; acute illness can substantially raise CRP.
Important limitations
Nonspecific: it does not identify the cause or location of inflammation.
Evidence status
Clinical biomarker
Established inflammatory/risk marker with strong outcome associations, but not specific to aging.
Research & guidance
Original papers, validation studies, reviews and clinical guidance connected to this measurement.
For education and evidence exploration, not diagnosis or individualized medical advice.