C-Reactive Protein

**Definition:** A plasma protein that circulates in increased amounts during inflammation and after tissue damage. C-Reactive Protein measured by more sensitive methods often for coronary heart disease risk assessment is referred to as High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP).

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.034.145 - D12.776.124.050.001.001 - D12.776.124.486.157

**Synonyms:** - High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein - hs-CRP - hsCRP