| Laboratory: | Hematology |
| Test Name: |
SEDIMENTATION RATE (ESR) - HSC/WL - (B)
Test Code:
ESR
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| Clinical Information: | |
| Collection Devices: |
Preferred Device:
1 - EDTA 4 mL NO GEL Tube(s) - Full Tube Collection
EDTA 4 mL NO GEL Tube(s) - Full Tube Collection Manufacturer: Becton Dickinson & Company Catalogue #: 367861 |
| Specimen Required: |
Blood: 2.0 mL
Pediatric Blood: 2.0 mL
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| Referral: |
Whole Blood: 2.0 mL
Pediatric Whole Blood: 2.0 mL
Testing only performed at HSC and WL labs. Labels must be applied properly for analysis (blood volume must be visible), see more information section below. Samples cannot be frozen.
Sample will not be processed if sample received > 36 hrs after collection at refrigerated temperatures (2 - 8°C) Sample will not be processed if sample received > 24 hrs after collection at room temperature (18 - 25°C). Samples that arrive for testing >24 hours after collection must be stored and shipped refrigerated. |
| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: | |
| Availability: |
Daily
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| See Also: | |
| More Information: |
ESR should not be used as a decision factor in emergency settings.
ESR should not be ordered as a screen test in asymptomatic individuals. Current indications on simultaneus ESR/CRP orders: Clinical Practice Changes - Diagnostic - Health Providers (sharedhealthmb.ca) |