10 Questions
What is the primary function of the ESR test?
To detect the presence of inflammation in the body
What is the normal reference range for ESR in adult females?
1-20 mm/hr
What is the primary difference between the Westergren method and the Fino-ESR fast detector method?
The speed of the test, with Fino-ESR being faster
What is C-reactive protein (CRP) normally found in the bloodstream at?
Low levels
What is the association between ESR levels and underlying disorders?
ESR levels are strongly associated with serious underlying disorders
What is the primary function of the liver in response to inflammation?
To increase the production of CRP
What is the primary difference between CRP and ESR?
CRP is more specific to inflammation, while ESR is non-specific
What is the primary role of CRP in the immune system?
To activate the immune response
What is the primary use of CRP in medical conditions?
To monitor the progression of an inflammatory disease
What is the relationship between ESR and CRP?
CRP is a more specific marker of inflammation than ESR
Learn about the role of C-Reactive Protein (CRP) in the immune system, its function as an inflammatory marker, and its uses in determining inflammation levels.
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