Inflammation
Inflammation markers capture acute-phase signaling and chronic inflammatory burden. This topic groups the currently available CRP data with related inflammation-focused panels and future markers that help characterize immune activation across the population.
Cytokine Panel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most widely used general inflammation marker?
CRP is the broadest routinely used inflammation marker because it responds to many inflammatory states and is commonly available in large population datasets.
Why do inflammation markers overlap with metabolic and renal testing?
Inflammation affects many organ systems at once. Markers such as CRP often shift alongside metabolic disease, kidney disease, infection, obesity, and other chronic conditions.