C-reactive protein is created by the liver in response to infections, tissue damage, chronic inflammatory states from conditions like autoimmune diseases, and metabolic disturbances like obesity and ...

Research shows that C-reactive protein is a better predictive marker for heart attacks and strokes than "bad," or LDL ...

A study finds that a blood test that evaluates levels of three compounds — lipoprotein(a), C-reactive protein (a marker of inflammation), and “bad” LDL cholesterol — can accurately reveal heart ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Donohue • Will you please explain what the C-reactive protein blood test indicates? My C-reactive protein was 3.5. The ...

Simple test for inflammation can predict heart attack risk in women. Feb. 11, 2009 — -- A simple, inexpensive blood test can warn women about the risk of future heart attacks. The C-reactive ...

Ever been to the doctor and had them say something like, “Your CRP levels are a bit high,” and you nodded like you totally knew what that meant? Let’s fix that. CRP stands for C-reactive protein. It’s ...

Aug 31 (Reuters) - Women’s heart disease risks and their need to start taking preventive medications should be evaluated when they are in their 30s rather than well after menopause as is now the ...

One of India's foremost killers strikes without forewarning. The untimely heart attack takes the lives of many without presenting any unmistakable symptoms in the wake of medical developments. But ...

Dear Dr. Donohue • Will you please explain what the C-reactive protein blood test indicates? My C-reactive protein was 3.5. The doctor said this was high but didn't say why, and the subject was ...