Should I retest if hs-CRP is high?

Yes — repeat in 2-4 weeks to rule out acute illness inflating the number. Sustained elevation warrants lifestyle work and sometimes further investigation.

High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP)

hs-CRP is a sensitive measure of low-grade systemic inflammation — the kind that drives cardiovascular and metabolic disease. Distinct from standard CRP, which is used for acute infection.

Category: Inflammation
Units: mg/L
Reference range: <1.0 mg/L (low CV risk); 1-3 average; >3 high

What does a high High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein result mean?

Obesity, insulin resistance, smoking, periodontal disease, autoimmune, recent illness, sleep deprivation.

What does a low High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein result mean?

Excellent — under 1.0 mg/L is the goal.

Why does High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein matter?

Chronic low-grade inflammation accelerates atherosclerosis, lowers testosterone, and worsens metabolic dysfunction.

FAQs

Should I retest if hs-CRP is high?: Yes — repeat in 2-4 weeks to rule out acute illness inflating the number. Sustained elevation warrants lifestyle work and sometimes further investigation.

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