hs-CRP (Heart Screening)

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.

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  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.