Correlation of CT Findings with C-Reactive Protein in COVID-19 Positive PCR Patient in Kerbala Governorate / Iraq

Abstract

Objective: this study aimed to assess the presence of a relationship between C-reactive protein and CT-finding in PCR positive COVID-19 patients.

Materials/methods: From August 1 to October 1 of 2020, a total of 198 patients were suspected of COVID 19 based on clinical indications. CT scan was performed, and PCR tests were preformed and we were able to collect their serum to measure the C-reactive protein in their blood by ELISA. They were eventually diagnosed with COVID19. The statistical analysis was performed using the SPSS 24.0 software.

Results:  the prevalence of the males in the selected sample of diagnosed COVID 19 was higher than females where the males were (108, 54%), while the females had a lesser frequency of infection (92, 46%). A significant correlation between the level of CRP in PCR positive COVID 19 patients (P-value =0.05). A significant correlation was found between the level of C-reactive protein and CT scan findings (Ground Glass Opacity) P-value <0.01.

Conclusions: the levels of C-reactive protein were elevated in blood of COVID19 patients.