C-Reactive Protein (CRP, quantitative)

C-reactive protein (CRP) is a marker the liver releases in response to inflammation, and a quantitative blood test shows how much is present. It is widely used to help gauge whether inflammation or infection may be active and to track how it changes. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the test is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price from a simple venous sample, with results read by a doctor.

C-reactive protein (CRP) is produced by the liver and released into the bloodstream as part of the body's response to inflammation. Because its level can rise quickly when inflammation is present and fall again as it settles, a quantitative CRP measurement is a useful, non-specific marker that helps a clinician judge whether an inflammatory or infectious process may be active and how it is changing over time. CRP is requested in a wide range of situations — from assessing acute illness to monitoring chronic inflammatory conditions and following recovery — and is often interpreted alongside a complete blood count and the patient's symptoms. It is important to understand that CRP indicates that inflammation may be present but not where it is coming from; a raised result therefore guides further assessment rather than providing a diagnosis by itself. The test needs only a standard venous sample and generally no special preparation. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the quantitative CRP is analysed in the centre's own laboratory at a transparent listed price, with the laboratory open Monday to Friday 8:00–19:00 and Saturday 8:00–13:00 and walk-in attendance generally accepted. Your referring doctor will interpret the value in the context of your overall clinical picture and advise on any next steps.