Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate near me in Ahmedabad
Understanding Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate in Ahmedabad
What is Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate in Ahmedabad?
An erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test indicates the presence of an inflammation but does not locate the cause. Any inflammation in the body could be a sign of chronic disease, an immune disorder, or other medical conditions. It also helps to determine whether you have an active disease or not.
There are multiple causes of a high ESR such as advanced age, kidney disease, autoimmune disease, and certain types of cancers. An abnormally high ESR could also indicate the presence of cancerous tumors.
What does Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate measure?
The ESR test measures the rate at which red blood cells (erythrocytes) settle (sediment) at the bottom of a tube that contains a blood sample in one hour. The test result is expressed in millimeters per hour (mm/hr).
In the presence of inflammation, certain proteins mainly fibrinogen increase in blood. This high proportion of fibrinogen in the blood causes the red blood cells to form a stack (rouleaux formation) which settle quickly due to their high density.
The ESR test is a non-specific measure of inflammation. An ESR can be affected by conditions other than inflammation also. Although a high ESR can detect the presence of inflammation, it cannot provide any information regarding the cause and site of inflammation. Hence, an ESR test is done along with other tests.
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