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What causes an elevated crp? what are the associated risks?
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Inflammation marker: C-reactive protein is a marker for inflammation. There are two test types, one looks for gross inflammation like pneumonia, the other, high sensitivity is a marker for risk of cardiovascular disease. Please consult this site for more info. http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/c-reactive-protein/basics/definition/PRC-20014480
Answered 10/8/2015
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