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Test Code ESR 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

CPT Code Information

CPT Code

CPT Description

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

Performing Laboratory Location

NorDx Laboratories

LOINC Code Information

4537-7

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

Keywords

SED RATE

SEDIMENTATION RATE