Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
volume
British pronunciation/ɜːɹˈɪθɹəsˌaɪt sˌɛdɪməntˈeɪʃən ɹˈeɪt/
American pronunciation/ɜːɹˈɪθɹəsˌaɪt sˌɛdɪməntˈeɪʃən ɹˈeɪt/
ESR
sedimentation rate
sed rate

Definition & Meaning of "erythrocyte sedimentation rate"

Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
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a blood test that shows the speed at which red blood cells settle, often used to detect inflammation

What is "erythrocyte sedimentation rate"?

Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) is a blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle at the bottom of a test tube over a certain amount of time. This settling rate is influenced by the presence of proteins in the blood that increase during inflammation or infection. A faster-than-normal rate may indicate inflammation, infection, or other medical conditions such as arthritis, lupus, or some cancers in the body. This test is often used alongside other tests to help diagnose or monitor these conditions and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments.

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Doctors use erythrocyte sedimentation rate to monitor certain diseases.
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