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Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)

Qatar, Doha Since 2000 0 (0 reviews) Share Now 33 Views

This test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube over time, helping detect inflammation or infection in the body.

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This test is ordered if you have symptoms of inflammatory conditions, such as joint stiffness, muscle pain, headaches, fever, or unexplained weight loss. It is frequently used to monitor rheumatoid arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatica, or inflammatory bowel disease.

No special preparation or fasting is required. However, you should inform your doctor about any medications you are taking, as some drugs (like steroids or NSAIDs) can affect the sedimentation rate.

No. ESR is a non-specific test, meaning it indicates the presence of inflammation in the body but cannot pinpoint the exact cause or location of the disease.
Pregnancy, infections, aging, anemia, thyroid disorders, and certain medications can cause a temporary rise in ESR without chronic disease.

This test is done to detect the presence of inflammation in the body. It measures the rate at which red blood cells settle in a vertical tube over a specific period. A faster-than-normal rate may indicate inflammation caused by infection, autoimmune disease, or other medical conditions, but it does not identify the exact cause on its own.

  • If there are signs of inflammation such as fever or unexplained fatigue.
  • If autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus are suspected.
  • If there is an ongoing infection or chronic inflammatory condition.
  • To help monitor response to treatment in inflammatory diseases.
  • No fasting is required.
  • No special preparation is usually needed.
  • Inform your healthcare provider about any medications or recent illness.
  • Follow any instructions provided by the laboratory or healthcare provider.
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    Al Arabi Laboratory & Radiology
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    2000

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    Al Jazira Al Arabiya Street, Doha, Doha, Qatar

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    admin@gulflab-xray.com

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    +97455856923

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