C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
An acute phase protein synthesised in the liver.
| Tube | 01 (SE) - Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0039 |
| Additional Information | A normal CRP does not rule out inflammatory disease. A greater increase in CRP is seen with rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, trauma and certain malignant conditions. Less change occurs with ulcerative colitis, SLR, viral illness and osteoarthritis. Bacterial versus viral : A CRP >100 mg/L is suggestive of bacterial infection. In children with suspected meningitis a CRP >25mg/L is indicative of bacterial meningitis |
| Turn Around | A&E: 1 hour Day Case: 4 Hours In-Patient: 6 Hours Out-Patient: 24 Hours GP: 24 Hours |
| Send to | Blood Sciences Cross Site |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Intensive care units, renal unit, transplant unit, patients on IV heparin use lithium-heparin (Green with Yellow ring) tube. Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Units | mg/L |
| Telepath | CRP1L |
| ICE Codes | LCRP |
