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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen) or statins may reduce blood levels of CRP.  Anti-inflammatory drugs and statins may help to reduce inflammation and thus CRP levels.

Women on hormone replacement therapy have been shown to have elevated hs-CRP levels.

This test requires a blood draw, which can be done at your local clinic. It will be analysed by an accredited lab, such as Karolinska, Aleris or Unilabs. The first results are usually available within 48h.

Analytes

High sensitive CRP

Instructions

The day before
If you are going to take a lipid panel alongside hs-CRP, you need to fast, consuming nothing but water for at least 10 (preferably 12) hours.
You should be healthy, with no recent injuries, illnesses, infection or inflammation. If you have any of these, it is best to postpone the test.

On the day of the test
Always take your I.D with you when going for a test.
Arrive in good time and sit down quietly for 15 minutes before the test is taken.

What happens next?

The lab sends the results to your personal dashboard, with comments from both a doctor and a nutritionist.  If results are abnormal, we recommend seeing a doctor and, if appropriate, booking an appointment with a Nordic Wellth nutrition lifestyle specialist. 

You may need to make lifestyle and dietary changes.