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A member asked:

I've had high cholesterol since age 15 (may have had it longer but first time i was checked). i have a hs-crp of 8.9. does that mean i have cad?

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NO!: An HS-CRP of 8.9 has NOTHING to do with your heart. An HS CRP of 1.5 could mean that you're at increased risk of heart disease, but it's a terrible test that is non-specific. A number as high as yours means it isn't coming from your heart at all. For instance, if you have any form of arthritis or infection, your CRP will skyrocket.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 6/21/2014

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