C-reactive protein: clinical and epidemiological perspectives.

摘要: An important etiopathogenic component of cardiovascular disease is atherosclerosis, with inflammation being an essential event in the pathophysiology all clinical pictures it comprises. In recent years, several molecules implicated this process have been studied order to assess risk both primary and secondary prevention. C-reactive protein a plasmatic pentraxin family acute phase reactant, very useful as general marker. Currently, one most profoundly researched field, yet its applicability regarding remains object discussion, considered by some simple marker others true factor. sense, numerous studies propose utilization predictor through use high-sensitivity quantification methods for detection values <1 mg/L, following strict international guidelines. Increasing interest these findings has led creation modified score systems including concentrations, enhance scores commonly used practice offer improved care patients disease, which first cause mortality at worldwide, national, regional scenarios.