Cross-sectional population associations between detailed adiposity measures and C-reactive protein levels at age 6 years: the Generation R Study

2015 ◽  
Vol 39 (7) ◽  
pp. 1101-1108 ◽  
Author(s):  
L Toemen ◽  
O Gishti ◽  
S Vogelezang ◽  
R Gaillard ◽  
A Hofman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein

scholarly journals Use of C-reactive protein level in diagnosis of tubercular pleural effusion

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-23
Author(s):  
Subash Pant ◽  
Sanjeet Krishna Shrestha ◽  
Lucky Sharma ◽  
Bibechana Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Pleural Effusion ◽  
Pleural Fluid ◽  
Protein Level ◽  
College Teaching ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Biochemical Tests ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Female Ratio ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein

Background: C-reactive protein in both pleural fluid and serum has been found to be higher in tubercular pleural effusion than in other causes of pleural effusion. Objectives: The main aim of this study was to find out the diagnostic value of C-reactive protein in patients withlymphocytic pleural effusion. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 90 patients with pleural effusion who underwent thoracocentesis at Kathmandu Medical College Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal. The complete biochemical tests of pleural fluid and serum were performed. The C-reactive protein concentrations of both pleural fluid and serum were then measured from samples from patients with lymphocytic exudative pleural effusion. Results: Ninety patients with exudative lymphocytic pleural effusion were included. Male patients were 56 (62.2%) and female were 34 (37.8%) with the male to female ratio of 1.64. Mean age of the patients was 51±21.54 (Mean ± Standard Deviation). The pleural fluid C-reactive protein levels in tubercular pleural effusion were higher (48.87±24.19 mg/dl) compared to non-tubercular group (38.30±17 mg/dl; p<0.001). Similarly, the serum fluid C-reactive protein levels in tubercular pleural effusion were higher (29.60±13mg/dl) compared to non-tubercular group (18.14±9.2mg/dl; p< 0.001). The sensitivity of pleural fluid C-reactive protein level in diagnosing tubercular pleural effusion was 86%. Conclusion: Simple and inexpensive test like C-reactive protein is useful in the diagnostic workup of lymphocytic pleural effusions. High C-reactive protein levels are very suggestive of tubercular pleural effusion.

SEVERE CHRONIC PERIODONTITIS AND C-REACTIVE PROTEIN LEVELS

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Johelle De Santana Passos Soares ◽  
Isaac Suzart Gomes-Filho ◽  
Julita Maria Freitas Coelho ◽  
Simone Seixas da Cruz ◽  
Luís Claúdio Lemos Correia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Blood Collection ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Clinical Attachment Loss ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein ◽  
Significant Difference

This study aims to analyze the relationship between chronic periodontitis and C-reactive protein (CRP), taking certain associated factors into consideration. A cross-sectional study was conducted on a sample of 75 adults of both sexes. After the participants had been interviewed, they underwent physical and dental examinations and blood collection. CRP levels were evaluated by means of nephelometry. A periodontal clinical examination was conducted by trained examiners and the diagnosis of chronic periodontitis was established when at least 30% of the individual’s teeth presented clinical attachment loss ≥ 5 mm. The analysis procedures consisted of descriptive analysis and linear regression. The results showed that there was no statistically significant difference in CRP levels between the groups with and without periodontitis. The median CRP level in the group with periodontitis was 2.3 mg/l (25-75% interquartile range, IQR = 0.74-5.4) and in the group without periodontitis, 1.8 mg/l (25-75% IQR = 0.79-4.54) (p = 0.417). Log CRP was significantly correlated only with the individual’s body mass index (BMI). The main findings from this study indicate that there is no association between severe chronic periodontitis and CRP, and factors like BMI need to be analyzed carefully in studies on this topic.

scholarly journals The Impact of Educational Attainment on Black Women’s Obesity Rate in the United States

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 345-354 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gwenetta Denise Curry
Keyword(s):  
Black Women ◽  
Educational Attainment ◽  
White Women ◽  
The United States ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein ◽  
The Impact

AbstractOver the last two decades, Black women have been disproportionately impacted by the obesity epidemic in the USA. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 56.6% of Black women are overweight or obese compared with 44.4% Hispanic and 32.8% of white women. Social scientists and public health researchers have argued that increasing educational attainment would lead to overall improvements in health outcomes. Using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), a nationally representative cross-sectional survey, Cycles 1999–2010, I examined how educational attainment impacts Black women’s rate of obesity and C-reactive protein levels (N = 2685). Multiple linear regression was used to analyze the association between body mass index (BMI) and educational attainment. C-reactive protein, inflammation response, was used to measure the body’s reaction to being exposed to stress. The results demonstrated that educational attainment among Black women does not decrease their risk of being obese or levels of C-reactive protein. This article provides evidence to support a need to increase awareness of health disparities that disproportionately impact Black women.

Nutritional and Immunological Status and their Associations among HIV-Infected Adults in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2009 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 227-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Habtamu Fufa ◽  
Melaku Umeta ◽  
Samson Taffesse ◽  
Najat Mokhtar ◽  
Hassan Aguenaou
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin A ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Serum Zinc ◽  
Serum Retinol ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein ◽  
Low Serum

Background In the search for cost-effective interventions to reduce morbidity and mortality in HIV disease, the identification of nutritional status and levels of micronutrients is very important. Objective To generate information on the level of energy malnutrition and on vitamin A, zinc, and hemoglobin levels and their relationships with disease status in HIV-infected adults in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out on 153 HIV-positive adults (19% male, 81% female) living in Addis Ababa. The nutritional status and the levels of zinc, retinol, and hemoglobin were determined by anthropometric and biochemical methods. CD4+ counts and C-reactive protein levels were measured by standard methods. Results Of the patients, 18% were chronically energy deficient, 71% were normal, and 11% were overweight. Serum zinc levels were low (< 10.7 μmol/L) in 53% of subjects, and serum retinol levels were low (< 30 μg/dL) in 47% of subjects. Low hemoglobin levels (< 12 g/dL) were observed in only 4.72% of the study population. CD4+ counts under 200/mm3 and elevated C-reactive protein levels were both found in 21% of the subjects. CD4+ counts were positively and significantly correlated with hemoglobin ( r = 0.271, p < .001), zinc ( r = 0.180, p < .033), and body mass index ( r = 0.194, p < .017). There were significant negative associations between levels of C-reactive protein and levels of zinc ( r = −0.178, p < 0.036 and hemoglobin ( r = −0.253, p < .002). Conclusions Our results provide evidence that compromised nutritional and micronutrient status begins early in the course of HIV-1 infection. Low serum zinc and vitamin A levels were observed in almost half of the subjects. The clinical significance of low serum zinc and vitamin A levels is unclear, and more research is required.

scholarly journals Perbedaan Kadar C-Reactive Protein pada Demam Akut karena Infeksi Dengue dan Demam Tifoid

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 138
Author(s):  
Adeputri Tanesha Idhayu ◽  
Lie Khie Chen ◽  
Suhendro Suhendro ◽  
Murdani Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Typhoid Fever ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Dengue Infection ◽  
Hemorrhagic Fever ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein

Pendahuluan. Infeksi dengue dan demam tifoid merupakan penyakit endemik di Indonesia. Namun pada awal awitan demam terdapat kesulitan dalam membedakan keduanya. Oleh karena itu dibutuhkan modalitas pemeriksaan penunjang yang sederhana untuk membantu diagnosis infeksi dengue dan demam tifoid. C-Reactive Protein (CRP) merupakan alat bantu diagnostik yang terjangkau, cepat dan murah untuk diagnosis penyebab demam akut. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui perbedaan kadar CRP pada demam akut karena infeksi dengue dengan demam tifoid.Metode. Penelitian ini merupakan studi potong lintang pada pasien demam akut dengan diagnosis demam dengue/ demam berdarah dengue atau demam tifoid yang dirawat di IGD atau ruang rawat RSCM, RS Pluit dan RS Metropolitan Medical Center Jakarta dalam kurun waktu Januari 2010 sampai dengan Desember 2013. Kadar CRP yg diteliti adalah CRP yang diperiksa 2-5 hari setelah awitan demam. Data penyerta yang dikumpulkan adalah data demografis, data klinis, pemberian antibiotik selama perawatan, leukosit, trombosit, neutrofil, LED dan lama perawatan.Hasil. Sebanyak 188 subjek diikutsertakan pada penelitian ini, terdiri dari 102 pasien dengue dan 86 pasien demam tifoid. Median (RIK) CRP pada infeksi dengue 11,65 (16) mg/L dan pada demam tifoid 53 (75) mg/L. Terdapat perbedaan median CRP yang bermakna antara infeksi dengue dan demam tifoid (p <0,001). Pada titik potong persentil 99%, didapatkan hasil kadar CRP infeksi dengue sebesar 45,91 mg/L dan kadar CRP demam tifoid pada level persentil 1% sebesar 8 mg/L.Simpulan. Terdapat perbedaan kadar CRP pada demam akut karena infeksi dengue dengan demam tifoid. Pada titik potong persentil 99%, kadar CRP >45,91 mg/L merupakan diagnostik CRP untuk demam tifoid, kadar CRP <8 mg/L merupakan diagnostik CRP untuk infeksi dengue. kadar CRP 8-45,91 mg/L merupakan area abu-abu dalam membedakan diagnosis keduanya.Kata Kunci: dengue, demam tifoid, protein C-reaktif The Difference of C-Reactive Protein Levels in Acute Fever caused by Dengue and Typhoid InfectionsIntroduction. Dengue infection and typhoid fever are endemic disease in Indonesia. But in the early days of onset sometimes it is difficult to distinguish them. A simple modality test is needed to support the diagnosis. C-Reactive Protein (CRP) is an affordable, fast and relatively less expensive diagnostic tool to diagnose the causes of acute fever. This study was aimed to determine the differences of CRP level in the acute febrile caused by dengue infection or typhoid fever. Methods. A cross sectional study has been conducted among acute febrile patients with diagnosis of dengue fever/ dengue hemorrhagic fever or typhoid fever who admitted to the emergency room or hospitalized in Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Pluit Hospital, and Metropolitan Medical Center Hospital Jakarta between January 2010 and December 2013. Data obtained from medical records. CRP used in this study was examined at 2-5 days after onset of fever. The other collected data were demographic data, clinical data, use of antibiotics, leukocytes, platelets, neutrophils, ESR, and length of stay in hospital. Results. 188 subjects met the inclusion criteria; 102 patients with dengue and 86 patients with typhoid fever. Median CRP levels in dengue infection was 11.65 (16) mg/L and in typhoid fever was 53 (75) mg/L. There were significant differences in median CRP levels between dengue infection and typhoid fever (p < 0.001). At the 99% percentile cut-off point, CRP levels for dengue infection was 45.91 mg/L and CRP levels for typhoid fever at 1% percentile was 8 mg / L. Conclusions. There was significantly different levels of CRP in acute fever due to dengue infection and typhoid fever. At the 99% percentile cut-off point, CRP level >45.91 mg/L was diagnostic for typhoid fever, CRP level <8 mg/L was diagnostic for dengue infection. CRP level between 8 to 45.91 mg/L was a gray area for determining diagnosis of dengue infection and typhoid fever. Keywords: C-reactive protein, dengue, typhoid fever  

scholarly journals Association between Serum C-reactive Protein Levels and Microalbuminuria: A Population-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Northern Iwate, Japan

2004 ◽  
Vol 43 (10) ◽  
pp. 919-925 ◽  
Author(s):  
Motoyuki NAKAMURA ◽  
Toshiyuki ONODA ◽  
Kazuyoshi ITAI ◽  
Masaki OHSAWA ◽  
Kenyu SATOU ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein

scholarly journals C-reactive Protein and Hepcidin in Non-Dialysis Chronic Kidney Disease

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 161
Author(s):  
Edward Muliawan Putera ◽  
Widodo Widodo ◽  
Nunuk Mardiana
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Kidney Disease ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
Kidney Diseases ◽  
P Value ◽  
C Reactive Protein ◽  
Acute Phase Reactants ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Reactive Protein ◽  
Inflammatory State

Complications such as anemia and its clinical consequences arise as chronic kidney diseases progress,. One renal anemia pathophysiology is a disruption of iron metabolism, regulated by the main iron exporter hormone, hepcidin. Chronic kidney disease patients were constantly in an inflammatory state, represented by an increased in C-reactive protein. This inflammatory state would facilitate the liver to secrete hepcidin, which would subsequently follow a decrease of iron circulation, thus resulting in functional iron deficiency. Both acute phase reactants which used thoroughly as markers in tropical and infectious diseases, had their own roles in chronic kidney disease. The correlation of c-reactive protein and hepcidin in chronic kidney disease patients was still controversial. To analyse the relationship between c-reactive protein and hepcidin in non-dialysis chronic kidney disease patients. We conducted an observational cross-sectional study with 40 non-dialysis chronic kidney disease patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Patients were enrolled with consecutive sampling and were examined for serum c-reactive protein and hepcidin levels.A total of forty subjects (67.5% male with mean age of 50.23 ± 1.04 years) were eligible for enrolment in this study. The most comorbid factor was hypertension (62.5%). The common stage for chronic kidney disease was stage 3 (40%). The mean hemoglobin value was 10.74 ± 0.36 g/dL, mean blood urea nitrogen was 39.98 ± 29.59 mg/dL, and serum creatinine of 4.12 ± 3.39 mg/dL. Mean serum c-reactive protein levels were 3.52 ± 5.13 mg/l. Mean hepcidin level were 94,03 ± 95,39 ng/ml. Serum C-reactive protein levels correlated positively (r=0.487) and significantly (p-value=0.001) with serum hepcidin value. C-reactive protein and hepcidin was significantly correlated in non-dialysis chronic kidney disease patients. 

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