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A member asked:

Is c-reactive protein a reliable test to detect ca? also with an ana?

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No: CRP is very nonspecific and may be normal in even advanced malignancies.

Dr Brand agreed

Answered 12/31/2014

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No: CRP is a marker of inflammation. It is noot used to diagnose cancer.

Dr Chowdhury agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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