Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate, Blood

Test Code

ESRAU

Alias/See Also

ESR

CPT Codes
85652

Preferred Specimen

Testing should be performed within 4 hours of
draw.

Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube, and send 3 to 5 mL
of blood.

Note: If necessary EDTA tube may be
refrigerated for up to 24 hours before testing.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Methodology
Optical Detection

Setup Schedule

Monday through Sunday

Reference Range

Males

<50: 0-15 mm/hour

>50: 0-20 mm/hour

Females

<50: 0-20 mm/hour

>50: 0-30 mm/hour

Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department

Performing Laboratory
NMMC Pathology Department

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.