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Sedimentation Rate (ESR), Blood

Test Code
ESR


CPT Codes
85651

Preferred Specimen
3.0 mL Whole blood


Instructions
Specimen must arrive within 2 hours of draw at ambient temperature or 12 hours at refrigerated temperature.


Transport Container
Lavender Top (EDTA) Tube


Transport Temperature
Ambient 2 hours; Refrigerated 12 hours


Methodology
Westergren ESR System

Reference Range
MALES: 0-20 mm/hour FEMALES: 0-30 mm/hour


Clinical Significance
Useful for inflammation and necrosis




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.