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Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (Blood)
Alternate Names
ESR
Test Code
ESR
Testing Laboratory
Haematology
Specimen Type
Blood
Container Type
4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)
Medicare Rebate
Yes
Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information
Starting 01 July 2024, ESR testing will be performed using standard EDTA tubes. Vacuette 1.5 mL ESR tubes will continue to be accepted for testing for four weeks, and from 01 Aug 2024, these tubes will no longer be accepted.
Collection Instructions
This test can combine with FBE using the same test tube, if there is sufficient volume.
Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Daily
Min Test Volume
1.7mL
Add On Test Suitability
This test cannot be added after 12 hours of collection. Can only be added if an EDTA tube is collected.
