was ist ein crp-wert — can a microbiome test help?

CRP (C-reactive protein) is a non-specific marker of inflammation produced by the liver, rising during acute or chronic inflammation. A microbiome test can reveal dysbiosis, which may contribute to low-grade chronic inflammation. However, the direct link between specific bacterial taxa and CRP levels in humans is not yet robustly established. Most evidence is mechanistic or observational; high-quality randomized trials are scarce. A microbiome test cannot replace clinical CRP measurement and should not be used alone for treatment decisions. If CRP is elevated, a medical workup for underlying causes (infection, autoimmune disease, metabolic syndrome) is essential. The evidence for using microbiome testing to lower CRP is currently mechanistic at best.