hs-CRP

Definition	:	high-sensitivity C-reactive protein
Category	:	Medical » Tests
Country/Region	:	Worldwide
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What does hs-CRP mean?

high-sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP or hsCRP) is a blood test marker used to detect low levels of inflammation in the body.
hs-CRP is a high-sensitivity version of the C-Reactive Protein (CRP) test that is capable of measuring lower levels of CRP in the blood with greater precision.

Note:
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) is a type of protein produced by the liver and released into the bloodstream in response to inflammation in the body.