Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test in Chandigarh - Price & Details
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Erythrocyte sedimentation rate, Westergren sedimentation rate, Sed rate, Sed rate by modified Westergren, Sedimentation rate
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Overview
The red blood cells have a unique shape, size, and thickness. Due to these properties, when blood is added to a test tube, they get deposited at the bottom. The rate of deposition helps to detect infections. If the erythrocytes are deposited at a greater speed than normal, it is indicative of an infection. Also, if there is an infection, the RBCs will clump together.
If your ESR levels are high, it does not always indicate an infection. In some cases, ageing, pregnancy, or menstruation can affect the test results. Additional tests will be prescribed by the doctor to confirm the diagnosis.
The ESR test in Chandigarh offers many advantages, including the home sample collection, where the phlebotomist will collect the blood sample from your house itself. You can choose from 500 tests, and services are offered in all major towns and cities.
Test Necessity
If you are showing some symptoms of inflammation, you will have to do the test. The symptoms that indicate inflammation are:
- Joint stiffness
- Swollen joints
- Joint pain
- Shoulder pain
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Anaemia
- Neck pain
- Chills
- Fever
If the doctor suspects that you have any of the below mentioned conditions, you will have to do the ESR test:
- Some types of cancer
- Arthritis
- Osteomyelitis
- Systemic lupus
- Tuberculosis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Multiple myeloma
- Polymyalgia rheumatica
- Pericarditis
- Endocarditis
Test Preparation
There are no special preparations that have to be made before the ESR test. Vitamin A, cortisone, aspirin, and oral contraception can influence the test results, hence it is recommended to seek a doctor’s advice before the test.
During the ESR Test
After the test is booked, a phlebotomist will visit your location and collect the blood sample. You can select the date and time of the blood test. To maintain hygiene, the process is done using sterilised needles and gloves that are single use, and disposed of after each use. The phlebotomist also has a unique tool called a vein finder device that helps to locate the best vein in the forearm to draw blood from, reducing pain and discomfort.
Reasons to Book an ESR Test in Chandigarh through PharmEasy
- Stay updated about various stages in the testing process via frequent notifications on the app
- Cost-effective diagnostic tests and attractive discounts are available around the year
- PharmEasy Labs are fully automated and barcoded, ensuring accurate results
- Save time and energy because you do not have to travel to a diagnostic centre or hospital, use the in-home sample collection
- User-friendly website and mobile app makes it easy to book and manage test appointments
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I get the result of the ESR test in Chandigarh?
While it usually takes about 60 hours to prepare the ESR test in Chandigarh results, the pincode also influences the exact time.
Do I need an appointment or can I walk in for the ESR test in Chandigarh?
Book the ESR test in Chandigarh with PharmEasy Labs and get the benefit of home sample collection. You do not have to visit any diagnostic centre to get the tests done.
Is it necessary to fast before the ESR test?
You do not have to fast before the ESR test.
What is the price of the ESR test in Chandigarh?
The price of the ESR test in Chandigarh fluctuates between Rs. 149 to Rs. 219. The location of sample collection and the availability of discounts affects the price as well.
How often should I do the ESR test?
The frequency of the ESR test is influenced by the severity of the inflammation. If there is an acute inflammation, the ESR levels reach its peak within 24 to 48 hours, and then comes down slowly during recovery. It can take weeks or months for the levels to come back to normal. Till the levels come down, the test will have to be done frequently.
What does a high ESR test result mean?
If there is an infection like rheumatic fever, any skin infection, tuberculosis, or bone infection, your ESR levels will be high.
How do I reduce the high ESR test results?
Eating fruits and vegetables that are packed with antioxidants helps to lower down the ESR levels. You should eat blueberries, strawberries, grapes, cherries, spinach, mushrooms, beans, broccoli, and bell peppers to reduce the ESR levels.
