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C-Reactive Protein/Albumin Ratio (CAR)
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your C-Reactive Protein/Albumin Ratio (CAR)?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
C-Reactive Protein/Albumin Ratio (CAR)
Explanation: The CRP/Albumin Ratio (CAR) reflects the balance between inflammation (CRP) and the body’s nutritional or synthetic status (albumin). CRP rises during acute inflammation or infection, while albumin falls during severe illness, inflammation, or poor nutrition. The ratio provides a combined indicator of systemic inflammation and physiologic stress.
Test purpose:
- Assess disease severity: CAR helps identify how sick a patient is, especially in sepsis, major infections, COVID-19, and critical illness.
- Monitor treatment response: Changes in CAR can show whether inflammation is improving or worsening.
- Guide care decisions: Help medical teams decide on the intensity of monitoring and treatment needed.
- Early warning system: Alert healthcare providers to patients who may need more aggressive intervention or closer monitoring.
Note: Universal clinical reference ranges have not been established for this calculated marker. Available cutoffs vary by population and clinical context. This value should be interpreted alongside individual component values, clinical history, and other relevant biomarkers.
An aspect of Immune Health.