Definition
A person's serum C-reactive protein (CRP) level, measured in milligrams per litre.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptPerson—C-reactive protein level (measured)
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Object ClassPerson
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PropertyC-reactive protein level
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Value DomainTotal milligrams per litre N[NN].N
Representation
This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Total milligrams per litre N[NN].N ".| Data Type | Number |
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| Format | N[NN].N |
| Maximum character length | 4 |
| Value | Meaning | Start Date | End Date | |
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| Supplementary Values | 999.9 | Not stated/inadequately described |
Comments
Comments:
The value should be recorded on a high sensitivity assay.
CRP is used in the assessment of acute phase reaction in inflammatory, infective and neoplastic disorders.
References
The Royal College of Pathologists of Australia Version 4.0 12th March 2004 ( last accessed 12May 2006). http://www.rcpamanual.edu.au/sections/pathologytest.asp?s=33&i=468
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