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Sedimentation Rate

Test Code: TD_HM200
CPT Code(s): 85652

$5

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

ESR
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
Sed Rate

Test Includes

ESR

Methodology

Westergren erythrocyte sedimentation rate

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis
Clotted samples
Frozen samples
Samples collected in inappropriate anticoagulant

Reference Range(s)

Male: 0-15 mm/hour
Female: 0-20 mm/hour

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

EDTA Lavender Top Tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL EDTA whole blood

Sample Stability

48 hours refrigerated

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Fill EDTA tube and gently mix by
inverting the tube 8-10 times

Alternative Specimen

None
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