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Is c-reactive protein always elevated in auto immune conditions?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

No: Myasthenia gravis, multiple sclerosis, Isaac's, and a host of others will usually not feature elevation. Normal C-reactive protein really rules out nothing. It's an adjunct for a field in which history and physical are still primary.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 12/30/2015

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Dr. John Chiu answered

No: CRP reflects inflammation and when there is no or little inflammation going on, it will not be elevated.

Answered 11/5/2015

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A member asked:

Is c-reactive protein always elevated in auto immune conditions?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Altman agreed

Dr. John Chiu answered

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