Rheumatoid Arthritis Test

Inflammation is the primary cause of high CRP levels in the blood. Therefore, conditions that are associated with inflammation can cause elevated CRP levels.

• Some diseases that can cause high CRP levels include infections, autoimmune disorders, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and inflammatory bowel disease.
• Infections that can cause high CRP levels include bacterial, viral, and fungal infections, such as pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis.
• Autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, can also cause high CRP levels due to chronic inflammation.
• High CRP levels can also be seen in cancer, as the body mounts an inflammatory response against the tumor.

• The ESR test is a simple blood test that measures the rate at which red blood cells settle at the bottom of a tube over a specified period.
• It is a non-specific test used to detect inflammation in the body. Inflammation causes certain proteins to increase in the blood, which can make red blood cells clump together and settle faster.