Inflammation Test

The Home Test Box At-Home Inflammation Test measures two markers that may indicate inflammation in the body: high-sensitivity C-reactive protein and vitamin D.

You don’t need any special preparations for an at-home inflammation test.

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that forms in the body when your skin absorbs sunlight and is found in natural and fortified foods. In addition to helping the body absorb and retain calcium and phosphorus, essential for building bone, studies have shown that vitamin D may also reduce cancer cell growth and help control infections.

Research shows that vitamin D levels are linked to inflammation. For example, low vitamin D levels are associated with high levels of C-reactive protein, a key inflammatory marker. The higher the C-reactive protein levels, the more inflammation is in the body.

C-reactive protein (CRP) increases in response to inflammation. The Home Test Box Inflammation Test uses a high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) test because it is more sensitive than a standard CRP test when measuring baseline concentrations and can detect smaller increases in C-reactive protein.

You may benefit from an inflammation test if you are experiencing symptoms of chronic inflammation or vitamin D deficiency.

Chronic inflammation symptoms may include the following:

• Joint or muscle pain
• Depression or anxiety
• Body weight changes
• Fatigue
• Frequent infection
• Gastrointestinal issues

Vitamin D deficiency symptoms may include:

• Frequent illness or infection
• Muscle pain
• Bone loss
• Hair loss
• Weight gain
• Chronic pain
• Fatigue
• Depression or anxiety

It’s important to note that this is not a comprehensive list of vitamin D deficiency symptoms.

Furthermore, high hs-CRP can be temporarily elevated for multiple reasons, including recent illness or bacterial infection. A high CRP level should be confirmed with follow-up testing.