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ESR

Alternative Names:

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

ESR

Registration Instructions:

ESR testing will be restricted to a maximum frequency of once every three days.

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

ESR tube
EDTA

Adults Volume or Mass:

1.2 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1.2 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Retrospective testing within 12 hours

A purple top EDTA tube can also be used for ESR testing with a minimum of 1.2mL of blood required. However, please note, if a concurrent FBE is being requested, a minimum of 1.5mL (2mL preferred) of blood will be required.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Processing Instructions:

Assay Frequency:

24/7