Optical Q - Immunoassay for the Quantitative Determination of CRP

C-reactive protein (CRP) is an acute reaction protein produced by the liver and is secreted into the bloodstream within a few hours after the onset of an infection or inflammation. As CRP increases in severe cases of inflammation, tests are done on the patient’s clinical symptoms or for patients at risk of acute inflammation post-surgery. CRP tests are conducted to assist with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, and is often repeated to determine the efficacy of a treatment. CRP is also a useful test index for inflammatory reactions, and can be used for early detection of potential infections in wound healing and surgical resection, organ transplantation, and burn patients. Rapid diagnosis and treatment are essential in acute inflammatory reactions.