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ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate Test in North Carolina

This page explains the esr test – erythrocyte sedimentation rate test, what it measures, and how to order it. The Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a sample of blood, which can indicate inflammation in the body.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days
Price range$49
PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.
Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test is also known as a sedimentation rate or sed rate. It is a common blood test used to detect inflammation that may be associated with various conditions.

What it measures

  • Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate — reflects the rate at which red blood cells settle in a blood sample, indicating inflammation

What the test involves

A healthcare professional will collect a sample of your blood, typically from a vein in your arm, using a needle. The blood is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians often order this test to help diagnose inflammatory conditions, monitor their activity, or assess the effectiveness of treatment. It can be used as a general indicator of inflammation.

Preparation

Follow the specific preparation instructions provided by the laboratory where you will have your blood drawn. Some labs may require you to fast before the test.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported as a number representing millimeters per hour (mm/hr). Reference ranges can vary significantly between laboratories, so it is important to discuss your results with your healthcare provider.

Before you go

  • Fasting requirements
  • Test turnaround time
  • Specific preparation instructions

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ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate Test in North Carolina communities

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Charlotte1,516,107ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestRaleigh1,062,018ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestWinston-Salem420,400ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestDurham399,762ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestGreensboro345,270ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestFayetteville328,827ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestAsheville316,694ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestConcord264,492ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestWilmington247,372ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestHickory211,042ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestGastonia194,190ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestHigh Point178,800ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestCary171,603ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestBurlington137,096ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestGreenville122,921ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestJacksonville108,549ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestRocky Mount61,952ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestChapel Hill60,920ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestHuntersville60,166ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestApex58,066ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestKannapolis52,173ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestMooresville48,431ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestWilson47,914ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestWake Forest46,387ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestHolly Springs40,198ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestIndian Trail39,603ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestSalisbury35,258ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestMonroe34,464ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestGoldsboro33,214ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestFuquay-Varina33,135ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestNew Bern31,058ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestCornelius30,925ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestGarner30,859ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestSanford30,024ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestMatthews29,417ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestMorrisville28,824ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestStatesville27,777ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestThomasville26,941ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestAsheboro26,729ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestKernersville26,376ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestMint Hill26,236ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestClayton25,486ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestLeland22,794ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestShelby21,564ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestCarrboro21,237ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestClemmons21,032ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestKinston19,888ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestWaxhaw19,645ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestLexington19,347ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestLumberton19,186ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestKnightdale18,614ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestElizabeth City18,466ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestHarrisburg18,415ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestLenoir18,205ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestBoone18,055ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestHavelock17,570ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestHope Mills17,421ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestMorganton17,389ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestMount Holly17,315ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate TestPinehurst17,250ESR Test – Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate Test