[25], [35], [36], [37]. Elevated serum CRP has been found in adults with prediabetes, prehypertension, obesity, diabetes, hypertension and CVD. [38], [39], [40], [41], [42] Childhood CRP levels correlate with CVD risk factors [43], [44] and track into adulthood. [45]. The gene discussed is CRP; the disease is obesity due to melanocortin 4 receptor deficiency.