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C-Reactive Protein - Inflammation - Acute Phase Reactant

Medicosis Perfectionalis via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the significance of C-Reactive Protein (CRP) as an acute phase reactant and inflammation marker in this informative 12-minute video. Learn about the normal plasma CRP levels, its role in detecting inflammation, and how it compares to other markers like erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR). Discover the pathogenesis, sensitivity, and prognostic value of CRP in various inflammatory conditions. Gain a comprehensive understanding of this important biomarker through animated explanations, quick facts, and a quiz to reinforce your knowledge. Perfect for medical students, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the role of CRP in assessing and monitoring inflammatory processes in the body.

Syllabus

Intro
What is CRP
Why do we call it CRP
Pathogenesis
Normal blood value
Markers of inflammation
Sensitivity
prognostic value
vs CRP
Quick Facts
Quiz Time
Outro

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Medicosis Perfectionalis

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