This non-specific inflammatory marker measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube over one hour. Elevated ESR indicates inflammation, infection, autoimmune diseases, or malignancies requiring further specific diagnostic evaluation.
ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
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About the Test
Why is the Test ?
An ESR test is done to help identify or monitor inflammation in the body.
Doctors may recommend an ESR test when a person has symptoms that could be associated with an inflammatory or infectious condition. It can also be used to monitor the response to treatment in certain conditions.
An ESR test may be useful in evaluating:
- Unexplained fever
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Muscle pain
- Persistent fatigue
- Unexplained weight loss
- Symptoms suggesting infection
- Inflammatory conditions
- Autoimmune disorders
- Certain rheumatological conditions
- Some cancers and other medical conditions
Who should take it ?
An ESR test is done to help identify or monitor inflammation in the body.
Doctors may recommend an ESR test when a person has symptoms that could be associated with an inflammatory or infectious condition. It can also be used to monitor the response to treatment in certain conditions.
An ESR test may be useful in evaluating:
- Unexplained fever
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Muscle pain
- Persistent fatigue
- Unexplained weight loss
- Symptoms suggesting infection
- Inflammatory conditions
- Autoimmune disorders
- Certain rheumatological conditions
- Some cancers and other medical conditions
Why is it done ?
An ESR test is done to help identify or monitor inflammation in the body.
Doctors may recommend an ESR test when a person has symptoms that could be associated with an inflammatory or infectious condition. It can also be used to monitor the response to treatment in certain conditions.
An ESR test may be useful in evaluating:
- Unexplained fever
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Muscle pain
- Persistent fatigue
- Unexplained weight loss
- Symptoms suggesting infection
- Inflammatory conditions
- Autoimmune disorders
- Certain rheumatological conditions
- Some cancers and other medical conditions
Preparation required?
Do I need to fast for an ESR test?
No. ESR testing usually does not require fasting.
Before the test
- Continue your normal diet unless your doctor advises otherwise.
- Drink water normally.
- Inform your doctor or laboratory about medicines and supplements you are taking.
- If other blood tests are being performed along with ESR, follow the preparation instructions for those tests.
There is generally no special preparation required for an ESR blood test.