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hs-CRP blood test: what your result means
hs-CRP is a high-sensitivity CRP test that detects smaller changes in inflammation. It is often used in cardiovascular risk assessment.
- Category
- Inflammation
- Standard unit
- nmol/L
- Reported in
- nmol/L, mg/L
What does high hs-CRP mean?
Higher values may suggest increased low-grade inflammation and potentially higher cardiovascular risk context. What counts as high depends on the reference range printed on your lab report, because ranges differ between laboratories.
What does low hs-CRP mean?
Lower values generally suggest lower background inflammation. What counts as low depends on the reference range printed on your lab report, because ranges differ between laboratories.
hs-CRP units and conversion
Mediki shows hs-CRP in nmol/L. Labs may report it in other units; Mediki converts them automatically so results from different labs line up on one chart.
| Unit on your report | Convert to nmol/L | Convert back |
|---|---|---|
| mg/L | 1 mg/L = 9.524 nmol/L | 1 nmol/L = 0.105 mg/L |
Convert a value from your report with the blood test unit converter.
Why track hs-CRP over time?
A single hs-CRP result is a snapshot. Comparing it with your earlier tests shows whether a value is stable, slowly drifting, or responding to a change in treatment or lifestyle, which is often more useful than one number on its own.
Read our guide on how to read blood test results to understand reference ranges, flags and units.
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Medical disclaimer: This page is general information, not medical advice. Reference ranges differ between laboratories, and only a doctor can interpret your results in the context of your health.