Inflammation Panel
About the Test
🏠 Collection Method: At-home or In-person
🧪 Sample Type: Blood
🔞 Age: 18+
⚠️ Preparation: No special preparation is required.
📊 After the test: Results can take a few hours to a few days. Sent to you directly.
$137.00
HOW IT WORKS
Skip the doctor’s visit – purchase directly and get started.
Book your sample collection at Genics Laboratories locations, or choose the convenient in-home collection option if available in your area.
Once your results are ready, you’ll receive an email so you can access them online right away. An independent physician is available to discuss your results.
No doctor visit needed. If available in your area, enjoy the convenience of in-home sample collection for just $69 extra.
After completing your purchase Genics Mobile Phlebotomy Coordinator will contact you to arrange your in-home sample collection appointment.
A certified Genics Mobile phlebotomist will come to your home to collect your sample and deliver it securely to our laboratory for processing.
Once your results are ready, you’ll receive an email so you can access them online right away. An independent physician is available to discuss your results.
What’s Tested
A blood test for inflammation markers, also known as an inflammatory marker panel or inflammation blood panel, assesses various proteins and substances in the blood associated with inflammation. These tests are crucial for diagnosing and monitoring inflammatory conditions and can help guide treatment decisions.
An Inflammation Test Panel, comprising C-Reactive Protein (CRP), CBC and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), serves as a crucial initial diagnostic step when a healthcare provider suspects an inflammatory process within the body. These tests are not designed to pinpoint a specific disease, but rather to confirm the presence of inflammation and assess its general level, acting as valuable “red flags” that guide further investigation.
What’s being tested:
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP): Think of CRP as your body’s rapid alert system for inflammation. When there’s an injury, infection, or any kind of inflammation happening, your liver quickly produces more of this protein. A blood test measures how much CRP is in your system. High levels can indicate acute (sudden and severe) inflammation, like from an infection, or chronic (long-term, low-level) inflammation associated with various conditions. A more sensitive version, high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP), can even pick up very subtle inflammation, often used to assess risks for heart disease.
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Rheumatoid Factor (RF): An antibody detected in autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
- Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential: While a general blood test, the white blood cell (WBC) count within a CBC can indicate inflammation or infection. The “differential” breaks down the types of white blood cells, which can provide more clues about the nature of the inflammation.
- Ferritin: An iron-storage protein that also increases as part of the inflammatory response
These tests are frequently ordered together because they offer complementary information about the presence and degree of inflammation. While they can tell you if inflammation is present, they typically don’t tell you where it is or what’s causing it. Therefore, if these markers are elevated, your healthcare provider will likely use this information, along with your symptoms and medical history, to determine if further investigation is needed to identify the specific source of the inflammation.
Physician Review included
What to expect after the test
After you provide your specimen, it generally takes few business days to process and release your test results. Your test results will be available in a clear and easy-to-read report. Independent physicians are available to discuss questions or concerns you may have regarding your results.