Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Test in Surat - Price & Details

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) test, also known as ESR, is a simple blood test. It can be done at diagnostic centres and hospitals in Surat. The test may indicate or monitor conditions like chronic infections, immune system disorders, certain cancers, etc. Tests performed in PharmEasy Labs in Surat are safe, and a home sample collection is a convenient option for customers.

In the capital city of Gujarat, Surat, there are several healthcare facilities available. PharmEasy Labs offer the widest variety of diagnostic tests at a cost-effective price. These labs have the latest technologies and a team of experts with over 25 years of experience working here to provide quality services. The updates of the testing process are sent to the customers via the PharmEasy app, which allows them to make quick decisions about their health.

In several other cities in India, PharmEasy Labs are present. The test reports produced here are accurate and verified by registered doctors.

Various elements contribute to the variation in the cost of an ESR test. Nevertheless, the average price for an ESR test at PharmEasy in Surat hovers around INR 149 to INR 220. For more information, you can compare ESR test prices in different major Indian cities.

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

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 sterilized 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.

ESR test means the rate of red blood cells settling down in blood plasma. The results of ESR are measured in millimetres of red blood cell sediment in one hour.

The ESR normal range is as given below:

The normal values and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

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An ESR range above or below normal limits does not diagnose disease conditions. It simply detects a potential inflammation in the body. An abnormal ESR result gives an alert to the need for further investigation. The result of ESR may be a false positive with physiological variations.

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Risks / Possible Complications

An ESR test is frequently prescribed by doctors and has minimal risk of complications. Do speak with a doctor if you notice:

• Prolonged bleeding from the puncture site
• Swelling and pain at the collection site

Limitations

• Interference with test outcomes caused inadvertently by equipment or human mistakes
• Misinterpretation of the indicators