Heart healthMedical tests & proceduresRheumatoid arthritis

What is a C-reactive protein test?

Mar, 20140:55 watch
LearnRheumatologyRheumatic diseaseWhat is a C-reactive protein test?

What is a C-reactive protein test?

00:00
-00:00

A C-reactive protein (CRP) test is a diagnostic blood screening for inflammation in the body. In this video, women's health specialist Donnica Moore, MD, explains what a CRP test indicates, and also defines the HSCRP test for cardiac inflammation.

Up next

What is a C-reactive protein test?
0:55 - NOW PLAYING

What is a C-reactive protein test?

Mar 28, 2014

What do C-reactive protein (CRP) test levels indicate?
0:48

What do C-reactive protein (CRP) test levels indicate?

Mar 28, 2014

Who should have a C-reactive protein (CRP) test?
1:02

Who should have a C-reactive protein (CRP) test?

Mar 28, 2014

Why is a C-reactive protein (CRP) test important?
0:32

Why is a C-reactive protein (CRP) test important?

Feb 6, 2013

What effect does inflammation have on the body?
0:52

What effect does inflammation have on the body?

Mar 28, 2014

How is chronic pain treated?
4:26

How is chronic pain treated?

Oct 28, 2012

What tests are used to diagnose heart disease in women?
1:48

What tests are used to diagnose heart disease in women?

Jul 31, 2013

What are the dangers of inflammation in the body?
1:30

What are the dangers of inflammation in the body?

Nov 14, 2013

Why do I need an annual physical?
0:45

Why do I need an annual physical?

Mar 28, 2014

What is Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
0:36

What is Hashimoto's thyroiditis?

Jan 6, 2015

How does inflammation in the body contribute to heart disease?
1:59

How does inflammation in the body contribute to heart disease?

Jul 31, 2013

Recommended for you

What you need to know about CRP—and simple ways to reduce it
Article
Sleep medicine
Signs you should talk to a doctor about insomnia
Article
4 strategies to make surgery easier for your child
Article
Cardiology
When heart palpitations signal a more serious problem
Article
Family medicine
What is high blood pressure—and how to reduce your risk
Article
AskMDHow can I be more consistent?
AskMd LogoAskMd Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.