A separate study found no support for a theory that a biomarker called C-reactive protein causes heart disease.

VOA: special.2009.07.15

C-reactive protein is an indication of inflammation in the body, and,at high levels, is considered an early sign of future heart disease.

VOA: standard.2010.03.09

A child's weight and levels of C-reactive protein are strongly related,"

VOA: standard.2010.03.09

Obese adults can have high levels of C-reactive protein.

VOA: standard.2010.03.09