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What does a high esr mean? sedimentation rate was 34?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

ESR: The ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) is the rate that red blood cells in a test tube in an hour. It is a measurement of inflammation in the body. A normal range is about 0 to 22 mm/hr for men & about 0 to 29 mm/hr for women. Normal value ranges can differ slightly by labs.

Answered 10/8/2020

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ESR,,,: ESR stands for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate. It indicates inflammation. A high level might mean just simple inflammation or possibly an inflammatory joint issue like Rheumatoid Arthritis, so it’d be smart to see your Dr. for an exam. Best of luck.

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