hs-CRP
AHA/CDC + ESC: persistently elevated is associated with cardiac risk; transiently high during infection.
| Rating | Range | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Good | below 1 mg/L | There is no underlying inflammation — this protects your blood vessels and slows aging. |
| Worth improving | 1 – 3 mg/L | Moderate inflammation (1–3) — often manageable with habits. |
| Talk to a doctor | 3 mg/L and above | Elevated inflammation (>3) — find the source; seek advice. |
Why it matters
AHA/CDC + ESC: persistently elevated is associated with cardiac risk; transiently high during infection.
If it’s low
A low hs-CRP is favorable — little systemic inflammation.
If it’s high
An elevated hs-CRP means active inflammation. The key is to distinguish acute (infection, injury — transient) from chronic (visceral fat, smoking, stress — worth calming).
What to do
First rule out an acute infection (repeat in a few weeks, when you are well). For chronic inflammation: omega-3, a Mediterranean diet, sleep, movement, less visceral fat.
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