In an extended biochemical analysis, you can see C-reactive protein. This fraction of plasma proteins increases in the presence of an inflammatory process in the body. It is synthesized in response to the entry of toxins of pathological microorganisms into the blood and neutralizes them by binding them. In addition, it appears during the destruction of the body's own cells in the case of necrosis, tumor disintegration or extensive trauma, inactivating the products formed in this case. In addition to eliminating toxins, CRP triggers a cascade of immune reactions aimed at eliminating pathologically altered structures.
Normally absent (or less than 0.4 mg/l). Its appearance indicates the development of pathology, and the quantitative value is proportional to the severity of the condition. It can be used as an indicator of the effectiveness of treatment, since it decreases quite quickly (within a few days) after the improvement of health. Indications for C-reactive protein testing:
Sometimes CRP increases more actively than the symptoms. This is especially typical for acute infections (with the proliferation of bacteria) and inflammation. For the purpose of early diagnostics, CRP is prescribed in the postoperative period, after hypothermia, questionable signs of the disease (for example: unclear clinical appendicitis, peritonitis).
This study is used in the comprehensive confirmation of the diagnosis of myocardial infarction, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, tuberculosis, as well as in the compilation of prognostic factors after recovery. The level of such an indicator can be used to preliminarily determine the nature of the pathology:
Given the significant diagnostic value and sensitivity to a wide range of diseases, it is necessary to promptly perform biochemistry if your health deteriorates.
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