{"product_id":"silex-body-inflammation-crp-test-kit","title":"Silex Body Inflammation (CRP) Test Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eSilex’s Body Inflammation Self-Test is a test to measure the level of C-Reactive Protein (CRP), in your blood, which is an indicator for the level of inflammation in your body. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to infection, illness or injury and may need treatment depending on the cause. You can use the Silex self-test kit to measure CRP levels from the comfort of your own home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eSince CRP can be linked to many conditions, there aren’t specific symptoms directly caused by high CRP. However, general symptoms of inflammation may include,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\" style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eweakness\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eloss of appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003echills\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003emuscle aches\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003efever \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is CRP?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eCRP stands for C-reactive protein, a substance made by your liver. Your body releases CRP into your blood as a natural response to inflammation. Inflammation happens when your body is fighting an infection, illness, or healing from an injury. It’s your body’s way of protecting itself and starting the healing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eSometimes, inflammation is short-term and helpful, but if it lasts too long, it can harm your body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eA CRP test measures the amount of this protein in your blood to check if there’s inflammation in your body. However, it doesn’t tell us the exact cause of the inflammation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it important?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eA CRP test helps detect inflammation in your body. Inflammation is a natural response that helps you heal from injuries or infections. However, if inflammation lasts too long, it can cause problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eMild inflammation can be normal after small things like a cut or a mild viral infection. But high levels of inflammation might be a sign of something more serious, like a bacterial infection or a chronic autoimmune condition. Knowing about them allows for tests to be done and treatment offered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat conditions can be associated with a high CRP?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eA high CRP level can have many causes, most commonly infections or chronic diseases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfections \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eBacterial infections: These can occur anywhere in the body, including the chest, skin, gut, urinary tract, or in abscesses \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eViral infections: Conditions like the flu, COVID-19, the common cold, or infections in the liver or gut.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eOther infections: Rare infections like fungal infections or parasitic illnesses such as malaria\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChronic inflammatory conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:16px;\"\u003eInflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Conditions like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, which mostly affect the bowel but can also impact the skin and joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eRheumatoid arthritis: Inflammation mainly in the joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eLupus: An inflammatory disease affecting many parts of the body, including the lungs, skin, kidneys, and blood\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003ePsoriatic arthritis: A type of arthritis that causes joint pain and swelling, often in people with the skin condition psoriasis.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eAnkylosing spondylitis: Inflammation that mainly affects the spine.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther possible causes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003ePancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eAppendicitis: Inflammation of the appendix.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003ePelvic inflammatory disease: An infection of the female reproductive organs, such as ovaries and uterus. It is often caused by sexually transmitted diseases.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eRecent surgery: Though this increase is usually only small, larger increases might suggest infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eCancer\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should i do if i have high CPR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eA high CRP result isn’t a diagnosis—it is a sign of inflammation in your body. Infections are the most common cause, but it is important to talk to your doctor so they can figure out what’s causing it. Your doctor might:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eAsk about your symptoms and medical history.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eOrder more tests, like blood tests or scans.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eProvide treatment, such as antibiotics, if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eThe next steps will depend on what they find, so it is important to seek medical attention if the test is positive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck your symptoms\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.silextest.com\/symptoms-checker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57013284897112,"sku":"5061017271482","price":11.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/6712\/6616\/files\/body-imflammation_4b8fb533-9d6c-44a6-a0b6-618289cd1cb6.jpg?v=1775036201","url":"https:\/\/ballyduffpharmacy.com\/products\/silex-body-inflammation-crp-test-kit","provider":"Ballyduff Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}