C-Reactive Protein (CRP) test in Basti
CRP rises with inflammation and infection. It helps your doctor judge how active an illness is.
- Sample
- Blood
- Fasting
- Not needed
- Report
- Within 4 hours
- Home collection
- Available in Basti
- Price
- Ask for price
Also known as: CRP test, C reactive protein, hs-CRP
What is the CRP test?
C-reactive protein is made by the liver when there is inflammation in the body. It rises quickly with infections and inflammatory conditions and falls as they settle.
Why is it done?
- Fever or suspected infection
- Joint pain or inflammatory conditions
- Monitoring response to treatment
How to prepare
- No preparation needed
When will I get my report?
Usually within 4 hours (done in-house). You'll receive an SMS with your login to download the report online. Need help reading it? Try our free AI report explainer in English or Hindi.
Understanding your results
A raised CRP shows that there is inflammation or infection somewhere, but not where or why. Doctors use it alongside symptoms and other tests, and repeat it to see whether treatment is working.
Included in these packages
- Fever Panel — 6 tests
Frequently asked questions
Does a high CRP mean infection?
Often, but not always — inflammation from other causes also raises it.
Is fasting needed?
No.
General information only. Reference ranges vary between labs, and results should be interpreted by your doctor.