ESR Test
Test Price:
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| Test Name |
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ESR Test |
| Sample Type |
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Blood |
Gender |
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Male / Female |
Age group |
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All Age GroupYears
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| Report Timeline |
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4 to 6 hrs |
| This Test Includes |
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56 Tests
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Parameters:
- Random Blood Sugar (RBS) Test Fasting
- Book Luteinizing Harmone(LH)
- Insulin
- 17 OH Progestrone
- DHEAS
- Blood Sugar PP
- Testosterone T
- thyroid stimulating hormone(TSH)
- Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
- Prolactin(PRL)
- Blood Sugar Fasting/Random Blood Sugar
- A1a
- A1b
- HbF
- LA1c/CHb1
- A1c
- P3
- A0
- A2
- Unknown
- S Window
- C Window
- UnsaturatedIronBindingCapacity(UIBC)
- TotalIronBindingCapacity
- TransferrinSaturationIndex
- Ferritin
- Antistreptolysin O
- Peripheral Smear
- Reticulocyte Count
- Folic Acid
- Hemoglobin (Hb)
- Erythrocyte RBC Count
- PCV/HCT
- Mean Cell Volume (MCV)
- Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH)
- Mean Corpuscular Hb Concn. (MCHC)
- Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW-CV)
- Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW-SD)
- Total Leukocyte Count (TLC)
- Neutrophils
- Lymphocytes
- Eosinophils
- Monocytes
- Basophils
- Platelet Count
- Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)
- Platlet Distribution Width (PDW)
- Absolute Neutrophil Count
- Absolute Lymphocyte Count
- Absolute Eosinophil Count
- Absolute Monocyte Count
- Absolute Basophil Count
- Plateletcrit (PCT)
- P-LCC
- P-LCR
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
Description
About ESR Test
The Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) test measures how quickly red blood cells settle at the bottom of a ...
test tube in one hour. A faster rate suggests inflammation, infection, or chronic disease. The ESR test does not diagnose a specific disease but helps doctors monitor inflammatory conditions like arthritis, infections, or autoimmune diseases.
Preparations Before the ESR Test
- Fasting is not required unless specified by your doctor.
- Inform your doctor about medications like NSAIDs, steroids, or blood thinners, as they can affect results.
- Stay hydrated before the test to make blood collection easier.
- Avoid intense physical activity before testing, as it can temporarily raise ESR levels.
What to Expect During the Procedure
- A small blood sample is drawn from a vein in your arm.
- The process takes about 5 minutes and may cause mild discomfort.
- The sample is placed in a test tube, and red blood cell sedimentation is measured after an hour.
- Results are usually available within 24–48 hours.
Why Doctors May Recommend ESR Test
Doctors order an ESR test to:
- Detect Infections: Bacterial or viral infections, including tuberculosis and pneumonia.
- Monitor Autoimmune Diseases: Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and polymyalgia rheumatica.
- Evaluate Chronic Inflammatory Conditions: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), chronic kidney disease (CKD), or certain cancers.
- Assess Unexplained Symptoms: Fever, joint pain, muscle stiffness, and weight loss.
- Track Disease Progression: Helps monitor treatment response in chronic inflammatory diseases.
Factors That Contribute to the Risk of Abnormal ESR Levels
- Chronic Infections: Tuberculosis, HIV, and long-term bacterial infections.
- Autoimmune Disorders: Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and vasculitis.
- Cancers: Multiple myeloma, lymphoma, and metastatic cancers.
- Anemia: Low red blood cell count can increase ESR levels.
- Pregnancy: ESR is naturally higher in pregnant women.
- Age & Gender: Higher in older adults and females.
Understanding the Test Results
- Normal ESR Range:
- Men: 0 – 15 mm/hr
- Women: 0 – 20 mm/hr
- Children: 0 – 10 mm/hr
- Elderly (>50 years): 0 – 30 mm/hr
- Mildly Elevated ESR: Could indicate a minor infection, anemia, or mild inflammation.
- Moderately Elevated ESR: May suggest autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
- Very High ESR (>100 mm/hr): Strongly suggests severe infections, cancers, or chronic inflammatory diseases.
ESR Testing Results During Special Conditions
- Pregnancy: ESR levels naturally rise due to increased plasma volume.
- Chronic Diseases: ESR is persistently high in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or kidney disease.
- After Surgery or Injury: Temporary increase in ESR due to healing response.
- Anemia: Can falsely elevate ESR levels.
How to Maintain Healthy ESR Levels in the Body
- Eat an Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and omega-3-rich foods like fish.
- Exercise Regularly: Helps reduce inflammation and improves circulation.
- Stay Hydrated: Drinking enough water supports blood health.
- Manage Stress: High stress increases inflammation, so practice yoga, meditation, or relaxation techniques.
- Control Underlying Conditions: Manage chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis.
- Quit Smoking & Limit Alcohol: Both can contribute to inflammation and increased ESR levels.
