C-reactive protein: An inflammatory biomarker in oral cancer

C-reactive protein (CRP) is a plasma phase protein that takes part in systemic responses to inflammatory reactions. Its serum concentration can increase up to 1000 folds or more in relation to acute stimuli due to infections, tissue injuries, and malignant disorders. It is highly resistant to proteo...

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Main Authors: Ashwini Kumar Mengji, Uday Shankar Yaga, Radhika Besta, Swetha Soankamble
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2015-01-01
Series:Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology
Subjects:
CRP
Online Access:http://www.jiaomr.in/article.asp?issn=0972-1363;year=2015;volume=27;issue=4;spage=565;epage=568;aulast=Mengji