Order High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) Blood Test from JustLabs for $15 ($33 all-in for a single-test order: $15 + one $18 lab & physician order fee per order). Price includes lab processing at Quest Diagnostics. No insurance required.
A sensitive test that measures low levels of C-reactive protein, an inflammation marker associated with cardiovascular disease risk.
High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) is a blood test that measures very low levels of C-reactive protein, an inflammation marker produced by the liver. Unlike standard CRP tests used for acute infections, hs-CRP detects the low-grade chronic inflammation associated with cardiovascular disease.
Research shows that elevated hs-CRP is an independent predictor of heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular death - even in people with normal cholesterol levels. The American Heart Association recognizes hs-CRP as a useful marker for cardiovascular risk assessment.
Chronic inflammation plays a key role in atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in arteries). By measuring hs-CRP alongside traditional risk factors like cholesterol, you get a more complete picture of your cardiovascular health.
Price
$15
All-in
$33
incl. $18 lab & physician fee
Results
1-2 business days
Fasting
Not Required
What's Measured
What This Test Measures
This test measures C-reactive protein at very low concentrations (high-sensitivity assay). CRP is produced by the liver in response to inflammation throughout the body. The hs-CRP specifically detects the low-grade inflammation associated with cardiovascular risk.
Who Should Consider This Test
Adults assessing cardiovascular risk, people with intermediate heart disease risk (10-20% 10-year risk), those with family history of heart disease, individuals wanting to complement lipid panel results, and anyone monitoring inflammatory conditions.
Health Insights
Conditions Screened
Related Symptoms
When to Get Tested
No fasting required. Avoid testing during acute illness, infection, or injury as these cause temporary CRP elevation. Wait 2 weeks after illness for accurate baseline results.
No fasting needed. How to prepare for your blood test →
Understanding Your Results
Risk categories: <1.0 mg/L = Lower cardiovascular risk, 1.0-3.0 mg/L = Average risk, >3.0 mg/L = Higher risk. Values >10 mg/L suggest acute inflammation (infection, injury) rather than chronic risk and should be retested.
What to Expect
After placing your order, we send it straight to Quest Diagnostics — there is no consent form to sign and no partner email to wait for. Your requisition is usually ready to download from your dashboard within about an hour, and you can book your blood draw at any Quest Diagnostics location.
The blood draw typically takes just a few minutes. Results are usually available within 1-2 business days and will appear in your secure JustLabs dashboard.
Our results include reference ranges and easy-to-understand indicators showing whether your values are within normal limits.
How much does the hs-CRP test cost?
The hs-CRP test costs $15 at JustLabs — $33 all-in, since the $18 lab & physician order fee is charged once per order, however many tests you add. The price is fixed before your blood draw; no insurance or doctor visit needed.
| Option | Price | Order all-in | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| hs-CRP at JustLabsDrawn at Quest Diagnostics | $15 | $33 | Includes the one $18 fee, charged once per order |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hospital cash price: $100–$180
$15
+ $18 order fee · $33 all-inOne $18 fee per order covers your Quest blood draw and the independent physician order, however many tests you add.
- Results in 1-2 business days
- No fasting required
- Physician order included
No insurance needed · HSA/FSA eligible
- Physician-ordered
- CLIA-certified Quest lab
- Drawn at Quest Diagnostics
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