Everlywell Vitamin D and Inflammation Test

Vitamin D has many important roles in the body, including bone formation and maintenance as well as immune function, among others. It forms in the body when the sun is absorbed by your skin and is found in natural and fortified food sources. Low intake levels of vitamin D over time may lead to a vitamin D deficiency.

hs-CRP, or high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, is a non-specific, acute phase protein that the liver makes in response to inflammation in the body. It may be elevated due to certain chronic illnesses, medications, or recent illnesses. hs-CRP level can be used in the clinical setting as part of a broader, comprehensive assessment evaluating heart health.