Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

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The Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube in one hour. It is a nonspecific marker of inflammat... Read more

The Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube in one hour. It is a nonspecific marker of inflammation used to detect infections, autoimmune disorders, and chronic inflammatory diseases. An elevated ESR indicates inflammation is present but does not identify the cause. It monitors disease activity or response to treatment, especially in conditions like arthritis or vasculitis. Blood collection requires no special preparation. Redcliffe Labs provides home collection and prompt results to assist physicians in inflammation assessment and disease monitoring. Read less