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HelpTest Code LAB2520 Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center/ Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital
Ordering Recommendations
Screening for inflammation in the body.
For Ira testing order Sedimentation Rate, Manual.
Collect
Whole Blood
Collection Device
EDTA Lavender Top Tube
Specimen Volume
3 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
| Room Temp | 4 Hours |
| Refrigerated | 24 Hours at Ira Davenport |
| Refrigerated | 12 Hours at Arnot Ogden |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Minimum Requirements
2 mL
Remarks
TURN AROUND TIME
| Routine |
24 Hours |
Methodology
Westergren
Synonyms
Sed Rate;Sedimentation Rate
Start Date
9/13/2017
Last Review Date
06/24/2025
7/14/25 AP