C-Reactive Protein (CRP) correct answers Also known as Pentraxin I
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) correct answers A non-glycosylated protein in the Pentraxin
family which also includes Pentraxin 2/SAP and Pentraxin 3/TSG-14
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) correct answers An acute phase reactant that is made by the
liver and released into the blood within a few hours after tissue injury, the start of an
infection, or other cause of infection.
High levels of CRP correct answers May be a sign that there may be an inflammatory
process occurring in the body.
infection/inflammation
arthritis
kidney failure
pancreatitis correct answers Problems associated with high levels of CRP
CRP Test correct answers It is a blood test designed to measure the amount of CRP in
the blood.
Latex agglutination correct answers The C-Reactive Protein test is based on the
principle of the _____________.
visible agglutination reaction correct answers When latex particles complexed human
anti-CRP are mixed with a patient's serum containing C reactive proteins, a
________________ will take place within 2 minutes.
2 minutes correct answers How long until a visible agglutination reaction is seen in
CRP test.
Principle of CRP Test correct answers The C-Reactive Protein test is based on the
principle of the latex agglutination. When latex particles complexed human anti-CRP are
mixed with a patient's serum containing C reactive proteins, a visible agglutination
reaction will take place within 2 minutes.
correct answers -Monitor significant inflammation in an individual who is suspected of
having an acute condition
-Monitoring people with people with chronic inflammatory condition.
-Monitoring therapy
-To check infection after surgery,