Detect Heart Risk Before It Strikes
Did you know? Every three minutes, someone in the UK loses their life to heart and circulatory disease — often without warning. Monitoring your inflammation levels with an hs-CRP test helps detect early cardiovascular risk before symptoms appear.
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Why Should You Take thehs-CRP Test?
Testing your high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) levels is one of the most effective ways to uncover silent inflammation that contributes to heart disease. Even when cholesterol and blood pressure appear normal, raised hs-CRP levels can reveal early warning signs of cardiovascular risk.
Detect Elevated Cardiac Risk (10 – 20 % risk in 10 years):
If your 10-year risk of a heart event is moderate, hs-CRP testing helps identify the inflammatory processes linked to coronary artery disease (CAD) and other forms of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Prevent Secondary Heart Attacks:
For those with a history of heart attack, an hs-CRP test helps determine the risk of recurrence and guides doctors in tailoring prevention and treatment plans.
Identify Chronic Inflammatory Diseases:
Raised CRP levels are common in autoimmune and inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. Testing helps clinicians confirm or monitor these disorders accurately.
Reveal Hidden Risk in “Normal” Cholesterol:
Even if your LDL cholesterol is below 130 mg/dL, inflammation can still raise your cardiovascular risk. hs-CRP uncovers what standard lipid tests may miss.
Age-Related Inflammation Awareness:
Men over 50 and women over 60 can use hs-CRP testing to detect low-grade inflammation linked to aging and lifestyle factors before it leads to complications.
Symptoms Indicating theNeed for hs-CRP Testing
hs-CRP testing can help detect hidden inflammation in people at increased risk of cardiovascular or chronic inflammatory conditions.
Unexplained Chest Pain
Recurring tightness or pressure in the chest may indicate early cardiovascular changes that need evaluation.
Shortness of Breath
Breathlessness after mild exertion can signal underlying cardiac or vascular issues.
Swelling in the Legs, Feet, or Hands
Unexplained fluid buildup (edema) may reflect cardiovascular strain or impaired circulation.
Family History of Heart Disease
A strong family history of heart attack or stroke increases your risk—hs-CRP can help identify inflammation early.
Chronic Conditions
Inflammation from diabetes, kidney disease, or autoimmune disorders (such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis) can raise hs-CRP and worsen cardiovascular risk.
Persistent Fatigue or Joint Pain
Ongoing tiredness or joint discomfort may reflect low-grade systemic inflammation that hs-CRP testing can quantify.
Frequent Infections
Recurrent infections may indicate immune overactivity or chronic inflammation affecting heart health.
How and What We Measure
CRP, or C-reactive protein, is a key marker in the blood that rises in response to inflammation or infection. Elevated CRP may also occur after a heart attack, surgery or trauma. Persistent low-level inflammation detected by CRP testing is linked to atherosclerosis - narrowed blood vessels caused by cholesterol build-up - and increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The hs-CRP test measures even small elevations of CRP in blood with high specificity. Identifying persistent vascular inflammation predicts CVD risk and allows early intervention to limit health risks.
Standard CRP Test
Measures markedly high CRP levels (8–1000 mg/L).
Used to detect major inflammation-causing diseases such as infections or chronic inflammatory disorders.
High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) Test:
Detects low levels of CRP (0.3–10 mg/L).
Evaluates individuals for cardiovascular disease risk and underlying low-grade inflammation.
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You need no special preparation. Eat and drink normally before the test.
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Understanding Your hs-CRP TestResults
| HS-CRP Level (mg/L) | What It Means for Your Health |
Less than 1 mg/L | Low Risk:Indicates low levels of inflammation and a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Retest annually or as advised. |
1 to 3 mg/L | Moderate Risk:Indicates moderate levels of inflammation, which may slightly increase cardiovascular risk. Consider lifestyle changes and monitor health. Retest in 3-6 months. |
More than 3 mg/L | High Risk:Indicates significant inflammation, associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. Consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and management. Retest as recommended. |