Canine CRP assay

Description

Intended Use

For the quantitative in vitro determination of CRP in canine serum.

Biological Significance

CRP is one of the proteins commonly referred to as acute phase reactants. CRP is distinguished by its rapid response to trauma or infection. Increased CRP levels have been found in dogs with arthritis, procitis or thrombophlebitis. Dogs with an increased number of leukocytes had significantly higher CRP levels than dogs with non-inflammatory leukograms. In addition, increased CRP levels have been documented in dogs infected with Ehrlichia canis or Bordetella bronchiseptica.