Assessing inflammation in the body

I sat down with @Dr.Kuo at @Extension.Health to ask: What markers should you be looking at to assess inflammation in the body?

Chronic inflammation is a major driver of many diseases and can often go undetected without proper testing. Here are a few key lab markers to ask for:

🔘 High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP): A commonly used marker that reflects systemic inflammation. Elevated levels may indicate increased risk for cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions.
🔘 Homocysteine: High levels can contribute to oxidative stress and damage blood vessels, often linked to both inflammation and cardiovascular risk.
🔘 Ferritin: While ferritin is primarily known as an iron storage marker, elevated levels can also be a sign of inflammation, especially when not paired with iron deficiency.

If your lab results show elevated levels in these markers and you want a deeper look, you may consider asking for a suPAR test (soluble urokinase plasminogen activator receptor).

This test is currently undergoing FDA trials, but emerging research shows it to be one of the most accurate assessments of chronic inflammation available.

Important note: Inflammation markers can be temporarily elevated due to acute stress, including intense workouts, lack of sleep, or high emotional stress. That’s why it’s crucial to review your results with a healthcare professional who can help interpret them in context and guide next steps.

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