Background: The ratio of C-reactive protein to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (CRP/HDL-c) reflects systemic inflammation and lipid status, both of which are implicated in uric acid metabolism.

Abstract C-reactive protein (CRP), the prototypic acute-phase protein, increases rapidly in response to infection and inflammation.

Cite this: The Role of C-Reactive Protein in the Evaluation and Management of Infants With Suspected Sepsis - Medscape - Feb 01, 2003. Infection The body's response to the invasion of any ...

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