From our data we conclude that: (1) measurements of MPO, neutrophils and CRP in peripheral blood do correlate with clinical parameters such as the modified Shwachman-Kulczycki score; (2) neutrophils and MPO seem to reflect inflammatory changes induced by antibiotic treatment; (3) eosinophils may play a role in CF by an enhanced ‘releasability’ and (4) Sputum measurements of mediators of inflammation cannot be recommended. The gene discussed is CRP; the disease is cystic fibrosis.