Inflammation
8 markers in this category
ASTO (Antistreptolysin O)
ASO testing helps detect post-streptococcal complications early. Including it in your health screening supports timely intervention and preventive care.
CRP (C-Reactive Protein)
CRP is a key inflammation marker for preventive health. Regular monitoring helps detect hidden inflammation before it leads to larger health concerns.
ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
Your ESR tells you how fast red blood cells settle in an upright tube. After exactly one hour, the lab measures how much clear plasma sits at the top. If nothing unusual is happening, those cells drift down slowly. During inflammation certain proteins in the blood rise. They stick the cells together, so the red cells fall faster. On your result this often appears as ESR or BSE. It does not measure the inflammation itself, but its effect on your blood. That is why you usually get a second value alongside it.
Homocysteine
Homocysteine is an important cardiovascular risk marker often overlooked. Proactive monitoring supports early intervention and comprehensive heart health screening.
Interleukin-6 (IL-6)
IL-6 provides insight into immune system activity and chronic inflammation. Proactive monitoring supports early detection of inflammatory conditions.
SAA (Serum Amyloid A)
SAA adds sensitivity to your inflammation screening beyond CRP alone. It supports early detection of inflammatory flares and immune activation.
TNF Alpha
TNF-α is a master regulator of inflammation. Including it in advanced screening supports early detection of immune dysregulation and chronic inflammatory conditions.
hs-CRP (High Sensitivity CRP)
hs-CRP is one of the most valuable markers for preventive cardiovascular screening. It detects the subtle inflammation that may precede heart disease by years.