In addition, because half of all cardiovascular events occur in patients with low to moderate levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, hs-CRP may aid in identifying patients at high risk for a first cardiovascular event who might otherwise be missed by lipid screening alone (8).‬‬ Hyperuricemia has also been found to be an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The gene discussed is CRP; the disease is cardiovascular disorder.