Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test in Saharanpur - 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 body has red blood cells, or erythrocytes, and these cells have a unique shape, size, and thickness. If blood is added to a test tube, the erythrocytes get deposited at the bottom. The ESR test analyses the speed of this deposition, as a higher rate is indicative of an infection. If there is an infection, the ESRs will also clump together.
PharmEasy Labs offers more than 500 diagnostic tests at extremely affordable rates. The services can be booked from any major town or city in India, as it spans an area of more than 2500 pincodes. The test results are precise as fully automated machines analyse the samples. Once the reports are ready, a pathologist verifies the same before sending it on the registered email address. Timely report generation ensures that prompt medical action can be taken.
Stay at home and get the tests done in complete comfort, the phlebotomist will collect the blood from your house. Complete safety and hygiene is maintained throughout the process, and the team of doctors and technicians are experts, with more than 25 years of experience in the field.
Test Necessity
If there is any infection, the body has an inflammatory response. If the doctor observes any of these inflammatory responses, the ESR test will have to be done.
- Stiff joints
- Swollen joints
- Joint ache
- Headache
- Shoulder pain
- Appetite loss
- Fever
- Chills
- Neck pain
- Anaemia
The ESR levels can be high due to other reasons as well like pregnancy, menstruation, or ageing. Additional tests will be prescribed by the doctor to confirm the results.
The ESR test helps to detect any of these health issues:
- Arthritis
- Osteomyelitis
- Some kinds of cancer
- Endocarditis
- Pericarditis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Systemic lupus
- Multiple myeloma
- Tuberculosis
- Renal disorders
Test Preparation
You do not have to make any preparations, like fasting before the ESR test. However, to get accurate test results, avoid taking medicines like aspirin, vitamin A, oral contraceptives, and cortisone before the test, as this can cause inaccuracies in the results.
During the ESR Test
Select the facility of home sample collection when you book the ESR test with PharmEasy Labs. A phlebotomist will be assigned to collect the blood sample from your house at a date and time of your choosing. The test is done in a hygienic manner, adhering to safety protocols. The vein finder device identifies the best vein in the forearm to use to draw the blood, minimising patient discomfort. They also use fresh disposable kits with sterilised needles and gloves.
Reasons to Book an ESR Test in Saharanpur through PharmEasy
- Availability of attractive discounts and exclusive promotional offers makes the tests cheaper
- You will be sent frequent updates about the different stages in the testing process
- User-friendly website and mobile app makes it easy to book and manage appointments
- Accurate and reliable test results as the labs are fully automated and barcoded
- Save time and energy as the tests will be done from the comfort of your home, you do not have to go to a diagnostic centre or hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the test results of the ESR test in Saharanpur be ready?
Once the sample has been collected for the ESR test in Saharanpur, it will take about 60 hours to prepare the test results. The results will be sent to the email address, but the time taken depends on the pincode too.
Can I walk in for the ESR test in Saharanpur, or do I need an appointment?
You can get the ESR test in Saharanpur done with PharmEasy Labs, and the appointment can be booked using the website or the mobile app. There is no need to go to a diagnostic centre; the phlebotomist will collect the blood from your house.
Do I have to fast before the ESR test?
There is no need to fast before the ESR test.
What is the price of the ESR test in Saharanpur?
The ESR test in Saharanpur is economically priced, and the location of sample collection and availability of discounts affect the final price as well. The price usually ranges from Rs. 149 to Rs. 219.
How often does the ESR test have to be done?
Depending on the intensity of the inflammation, you will have to do the ESR test. If you have acute inflammation, the ESR levels rise within 24 to 48 hours, and during recovery, the levels come down. It can take weeks or months for the ESR levels to come down to normal. Till the levels are back within the normal range, you will have to do the test frequently, as it might signify a need to change the treatment.
Why does the ESR test show high ESR levels?
The ESR levels can be high due to some infections like myocarditis, pericarditis, endocarditis, rheumatic fever, tuberculosis, bone infections, and skin infections. Additional tests will be prescribed to confirm the exact cause of inflammation.
Does the ESR test have any risks?
The ESR test is a blood test and does not have any risks. The blood is drawn in a safe manner, adhering to all safety protocols. The needles and gloves are disposed of after use. You might feel a slight prick when the needle pierces the skin or some dizziness, but this will subside soon.
