Crp level for infant

[Sunilmc]

I have my baby born just 2days ago and it has crp level at 6.1. Wat dose this signify

[Chanpreet_Walia LUPUS UK]

Hi Sunilmc,

Congratulations on the birth of your baby!

We are not medically trained here therefore, we cannot comment on what a CRP level of 6.1 may indicate. Are you able to book an appointment with the doctor to discuss this result?

The Lab Tests Online UK's website provides an overview of C-Reactive Protein which you may like to read here: labtestsonline.org.uk/tests...

[Lupiknits in reply to Chanpreet_Walia]

I think to check with a doctor is best. My second son developed an infection at 4 days old. There was a certain panic about some of the levels in his blood but it turned out the lab hadn't factored in his age.

[Deegraham]

Crp shows any inflammation /infection that is going on. I am a nurse in Paediatrics and a crp of 6.1 is not at all worrying.

[Sunilmc in reply to Deegraham]

Thank you very much, not it has come down to 4 and we are back from hospital