ESR Blood Sedimentation Rate Test | Lahalak Platform
An effective initial indicator to detect inflammation or infection in the body, helping your doctor guide the diagnosis toward the right path.
Scientific name: Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test is a non-specific blood test that measures the rate at which red blood cells settle in a column of non-clotting blood over a specific time period (usually one hour). This rate depends on the ability of red blood cells to clump together (agglomerate). The presence of acute-phase reactive proteins (such a...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Because it's an older test, its accuracy depends on the laboratory's technique and the operator's skill. The CRP test is more reliable in many cases.
- Consult a specialist to interpret the results, emphasizing that it is a pre-test, not a diagnostic one.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- The test does not require fasting.
- • Some medications (such as oral contraceptives, cortisone) can affect the result.
- Anemia and polycythemia can affect the result, so it should be interpreted along with a complete blood count (CBC).
- Because it's an older test, its accuracy depends on the laboratory's technique and the operator's skill. The CRP test is more reliable in many cases.
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