ESR Test : Meaning, Normal Range, Procedure, Symptoms | Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate Blood Test

What is ESR Test?
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Full Form : Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
Our blood consists of Red Cells
This test measures speed at which this happens
If placed in a tube, they slowly settle to the bottom
Faster means more inflammation/illness

Symptoms that mean you need an ESR Test
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Fatigue
Joint pain
Fever
Muscle aches
Weight loss
Swelling
Headache
Stiffness

Why is this test done?
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Inflammation detection
Autoimmune monitoring
Infection screening
Disease progression

How is the test done?
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Fasting - Not required
NSAIDs and statins may lower ESR - inform doctor
Any time - no specific requirement
Blood (venous)
mm/hr (millimeters per hour)
ESR Normal Range
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Women:
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0-50 years: ≤20 mm/hr;
Over 50 years: ≤30 mm/hr;
Children: ≤10 mm/hr;
Pregnancy: may be elevated

Men:
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0-50 years: ≤15 mm/hr;
Over 50 years: ≤20 mm/hr;
Children: ≤10 mm/hr

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