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High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) Test

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Last discussed Nov 9, 2026

A blood test measuring C-reactive protein at high sensitivity, used as a general biomarker for systemic inflammation in the body.

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Mark says hs-CRP measures body-wide inflammation but must be read alongside liver health markers, not instead of them.

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Mark Hyman, MD

"Should I measure inflammation? Yes. One of the most useful markers we have is high-sensitivity C-reactive protein or hs-CRP. Think of it as a general barometer of inflammation in the body. That's why I never look at hs-CRP by itself — I ..."

Must be interpreted alongside metabolic markers (blood sugar, cholesterol, triglycerides, liver health) rather than in isolation

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Used for: Measuring systemic inflammation as a general barometer, interpreted alongside metabolic health markers Praised: Useful general barometer for inflammation; widely available blood test vs: Must be interpreted alongside metabolic markers (blood sugar, cholesterol, tr...

"Should I measure inflammation? Yes. One of the most useful markers we have is high-sensitivity C-reactive protein or hs-CRP. Think of it as a general barometer of inflammation in the body. That's why I never look at hs-CRP by itself — I always int..."

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