A high C-reactive protein of 150 mg/L in a child is a serious condition. Consider the presence of a serious infection.
C-reactive protein is an indicator of the body’s inflammatory response, mostly considered to be caused by infection. The normal C-reactive protein value is 0.5 to 10mg/L. A child with a high C-reactive protein of 150mg/L is a more serious case of a more serious infection.
Generally speaking, a large increase in C-reactive protein is usually seen in bacterial infections, while viral infections usually have a mild increase or no increase. Therefore, for bacterial infections, C-reactive protein can not only be used as an indicator of the severity of the infection, but also can be used to reflect the effectiveness of treatment. In addition, C-reactive protein can be elevated not only in infections, but also when the body is experiencing a stressful reaction.
Parents of children with C-reactive protein that is significantly higher than normal should consult a doctor for standardized treatment to avoid delays.