ERYTHROCYTE SEDIMENTATION RATE, BLOOD

Additional Codes

Software	Test Code
Label Text	ESR
EPIC	LAB547

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

Indicator for non-specific inflammation

Method Name

Photometric Rheoscopy

Reference Values

Males:

0 - 49 years: < 15 mm/hr

≥ 50 years: < 20 mm/hr

Females:

0 - 49 years: < 20 mm/hr

≥ 50 years: < 30 mm/hr

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 Day

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Preferred Container

Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)

OR

Preferred Volume

Whole Blood: 4 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))

Minimum Volume

Whole Blood: 2 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))

Specimen Collection and Handling

Refrigerated sample must be received within 24 hours of draw.

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Whole Blood

Refrigerated: 1 Day

Room Temp: 4 Hours

Note: If initial specimen is not refrigerated within 4hrs of collection a Sed Rate may not be added.

Add On Capable

Yes

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code	CPT Description	CPT Disclaimer
85651	Sedimentation Rate, Erythrocyte, Non-Automated
85652	Sedimentation Rate, Erythrocyte, Automated

Keywords

SED RATE

SEDIMENTATION RATE

Performing Laboratory Location