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hs-CRP explained
A sensitive CRP that measures low-grade inflammation linked to heart and blood vessel risk.
Order it on its own, or build your own blood test profile — 4 or more tests save up to 30–50%.
What the hs-CRP test measures
The same protein as CRP, measured far more precisely so that the small, persistent rises linked to hardening of the arteries can be seen. It adds to a heart-risk assessment rather than replacing cholesterol and blood pressure.
What the result tells you
Persistently raised
Low-grade inflammation of the blood vessels adds to heart and stroke risk, especially when cholesterol, blood sugar or blood pressure are also borderline.
A single high result
A cold or a minor injury pushes it up for a week or two, so an unexpected result is usually repeated once you are well.
Why it helps
It can tip the balance when deciding whether risk factors need treatment now or can be managed with lifestyle changes first.
How to prepare
- Fasting
- Not required
- Best time
- Any time of day, when you are well
- Worth knowing
- Best taken at least two weeks after a cold or infection.
What can move the result
A result outside the usual range does not on its own mean something is wrong. These are the everyday explanations a doctor considers first.
Packages that include it
Frequently asked questions
The same protein as CRP, measured far more precisely so that the small, persistent rises linked to hardening of the arteries can be seen. It adds to a heart-risk assessment rather than replacing cholesterol and blood pressure. Persistently raised: Low-grade inflammation of the blood vessels adds to heart and stroke risk, especially when cholesterol, blood sugar or blood pressure are also borderline.
Fasting: Not required. Best time: Any time of day, when you are well. Best taken at least two weeks after a cold or infection.
Commonly: any recent infection or injury; smoking; excess weight; lack of exercise; statins and anti-inflammatory medicines, which lower it. A single result is not a diagnosis. Values are read against the laboratory's own reference range and alongside your history, your symptoms and the rest of the panel — which is why every package includes a doctor to go through them with you.
At Smart Care Polyclinic, 29 Doha Centre, Al Maktoum Rd, Deira, Dubai. It is included in the Cardiac Panel, or it can be ordered on its own. Walk in during opening hours or call +971 (0)4 379 3562.
Sources
Written from current guidance and reviewed 18 October 2026.
- Inflammation and heart diseaseAmerican Heart Association
- C-reactive protein (CRP) testMedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine