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59 woman found to have a cardiac crp greater than 25.0. test repeated, came back same. normal lipids, on crestor (rosuvastatin) 40. no rheumatologic signs/sx. help?

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CRP is non specific: Not a very good test and probably not important as it is a non specific marker for inflammation. Do not panic. Caveat: CRP higher than 10 has a loose association with colon cancer. Discuss with your dr.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

59 woman found to have a cardiac crp greater than 25.0. test repeated, came back same. normal lipids, on crestor (rosuvastatin) 40. no rheumatologic signs/sx. help?

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Dr. Sergio Schabelman answered

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