My CRP report count showing 37

2021-06-09 04:21:02
Hello doc, i have fever, cough, headache from few days took medicine from clinic but never cured now took CBC and CRP report it is showing 37 , which means there is infection but how do I know if it's covid or not, i am taking medicine of antibiotic and pain relief tablets and will again take x-ray , antigen and rtpcr . Currently i am fine but having cough in my chest
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Do HRCT and RTPCR so line of treatment is decided

Answered2021-06-09 04:32:56

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Yes raised CRP levels are indicative of ongoing inflammation in the body It would be better to consult and start your medication Dont wait for reports

Answered2021-06-09 04:28:24

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Please do a RT-PCR/ HRCT Chest to know the severity of infection so that your line of treatment will be decided.

Answered2021-06-09 04:27:15

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