Test Detail
Understanding the Test
Interpreting Results
FAQ's
Other Tests
Content created by
Written by
Dr. Betina Chandolia
BDS, MDS - Oral Pathology and Microbiology
Reviewed by
Dr. Ashish Ranjan
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Want to know more?
Read our Editorial Policy

C-Reactive Protein Qualitative

(CRP)
You need to provide
Blood
This test is for
Male, Female
Test Preparation
  1. Overnight fasting is preferred.

Understanding C-Reactive Protein Qualitative


What is C-Reactive Protein Qualitative?

 

C-reactive protein (CRP) Qualitative Test detects the presence of CRP in blood. This is a simple blood test that detects the conditions such as arthritis, lupus, acute bacterial/ viral infection, heart disease and autoimmune disease. It also helps to monitor the treatment post an infection and inflammation.

CRP is a nonspecific marker of inflammation and it can rise in any inflammatory condition. It can neither diagnose a condition by itself nor can it determine the location of a particular disease. Other tests are performed along with CRP qualitative to diagnose a particular condition and determine the location.

A positive result means that the CRP levels in the blood are increased.

 

 

What is C-Reactive Protein Qualitative used for?

 

 

The C-reactive Protein Test is done:

·         To help detect the presence of an acute bacterial infection

·         To help detect autoimmune diseases

·         To monitor treatment for infection, inflammation, autoimmune diseases, and cancer

 

 

 

 

 

Interpreting C-Reactive Protein Qualitative results


Interpretations

 

A positive test result means that the CRP levels in the blood are increased.

Higher CRP levels indicate the presence of an inflammation which may be caused by an infection, trauma, autoimmune diseases, cancers, etc.

The CRP Test can only detect the presence of an inflammatory condition. Other tests and physical examinations are performed to diagnose a particular condition.

 

 

 

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about C-Reactive Protein Qualitative


Frequently Asked Questions about C-Reactive Protein Qualitative

Q. Is there any preparation required before the test?

Inform the doctor about the medications you may be taking. No other specific preparations are usually required before this test.

Q. What is the difference between CRP and highly sensitive CRP (hsCRP)?

Both tests measure the same protein in the blood. The hsCRP is performed on healthy people to determine their risk for cardiovascular disease.

Q. Is there any risk associated with this test?

There is no risk associated with the test. However, since this test involves a needle prick to withdraw the blood sample, in very rare cases, a patient may experience increased bleeding, hematoma formation (blood collection under the skin), bruising or infection at the site of needle prick.

Q. What factors can affect the CRP levels in blood?

Blood CRP levels can be affected by: certain medications like birth control pills, Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), obesity, Diabetes, smoking, heavy exercise and pregnancy.

Q. Which are the diseases associated with high CRP levels?

Conditions that are associated with high blood CRP levels include Osteomyelitis or bone infection, autoimmune arthritis (Rheumatoid), other autoimmune diseases like Lupus, connective tissue disease, etc., inflammatory bowel disease, tuberculosis, cancers like Lymphoma and infections (e.g. pneumonia).

Q. What additional tests can be prescribed by your doctor in case the result of CRP Qualitative test is not normal?

Additional tests that may be prescribed in case of abnormal CRP test result are: C-reactive protein (Quantitative) Test, Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test, Rheumatoid Factor (RF) Test, and Anti-cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Antibody (anti-CCP Antibody) Test.
+ more

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.