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HelpOrder Code ESR Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
Additional Codes
Epic Order ID LAB2602
Sub activity Type
Hematology
Collection tube (preferred)
Lavender
Specimen Type
Whole blood
Minimum Volume
1.2ml
Stability
Citrate - 2 hours at 20-22°C (Room Temp)
Citrate - 6 hours at 2-8°C
EDTA - 4 hours at 20-22°C (Room Temp)
EDTA - 24 hours at 2-8°C
Transport temperature
Refrigerated
Transport Container
Original tube
Rejection Criteria
Clotted
Past stability time
Performance
Performed Daily
Report Available
Same day
Clinical Significance
Useful in differentiating inflammatory and neoplastic diseases and as an index of disease severity.ÿCRP is also useful in monitoring inflammatory disease states.