Also known as: ESR, sed rate.
What the Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate test measures
The rate red blood cells fall in a tube over one hour.
Typical reference range
Roughly under 20 mm/hr (rises with age). Reference ranges differ between laboratories and depend on age, sex, and other factors, so always compare your result with the range printed on your own report. This page is for orientation only and is not medical advice.
Why a Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate is ordered
- Investigating unexplained inflammation
- Monitoring autoimmune conditions
What to track
- Result and date
- Alongside CRP
- Symptoms and flares
How Hamdosh helps with Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate results
Lab values only tell a story when you can see them over time. Upload each Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate report to Hamdosh and it's read with per-field confidence OCR, attached to the right family member, and plotted on one timeline — alongside the medications and visits that surround it. Everything is encrypted at rest, and search is one tap away: "show my Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate history."