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CRP

An inflammation marker that can support infection/inflammation context but cannot identify the cause alone.

What it is

CRP is a blood marker that reflects inflammation in the body.[1]

Why it matters

In bone infection contexts, CRP may be used with symptoms, imaging, cultures, and other labs.[2]

What it affects

  • A high CRP does not say where inflammation comes from by itself.[1]

Interpretation traps

  • CRP alone cannot diagnose osteomyelitis.[1,2]

Related conditions

Osteomyelitis / bone infection