ESR
Tests:ESR
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| Synonym(s) | erythrocyte sedimentation rate, Sed Rate |
| Specimen | 4 mL EDTA ONLY(Purple top) |
| Paediatric Specimen | 4 mL EDTA ONLY (Purple top) |
| Minimum Volume | 1.5mL |
| Add-on conditions | 12 hours @ 4°C |
| Test Availability | Mon - Sun, 24 hours. Please supply relevant clinical information. |
| Turnaround Time | Hastings 1 - 2.5 hours / Central HB 6 - 8 hours / Wairoa 12 hours |
| Where analysed | Hastings |
| Department | Haematology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2445 |
| Registration Code | ESR |
| Deletion Code | 1015 |
| Useful Information | Samples are vetted for suitability before being processed. Click here for acceptance criteria |
| Measurement Uncertainty | Available upon request |