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Doc investigating possible bleeding/coagulation disorders w/blood work. ordered cardiac/hs crp instead of normal crp. is that right?

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Dr. Charles Gordon answered

Specializes in Adolescent Medicine

Tests, tests ...: The most important part of a medical exam is a thorough and detailed history and then a thorough and detailed physical examination. The CRP is a nonspecific test which is helpful in looking for potential future heart attacks. You said you were worried about clotting and coagulation disorders. You can see a hematologist about that at the University medical center.

Answered 4/28/2016

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Crp : CRP is a test for inflammation, not aware of it for a bleeding disorder. HS CRP is more specific to inflammation of the blood vessels and the plaque that may be present and if it is inflamed. More a marker for heart disease.

Answered 5/7/2016

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