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hi just off to drs loads more bloods done one of which was electophosis sedimentation came back dodgy never heard of it await and see

[AyrshireK]

From lab tast online this is a brief explanation of the ESR test.

What is being tested?

Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR or sed rate) is a test that indirectly measures the degree of inflammation present in the body. The test actually measures the rate of fall (sedimentation) of erythrocytes (red blood cells) in a sample of blood that has been placed into a tall, thin, vertical tube. Results are reported as the millimeters of clear fluid (plasma) that are present at the top portion of the tube after one hour.

When a sample of blood is placed in a tube, the red blood cells normally settle out relatively slowly, leaving little clear plasma. The red cells settle at a faster rate in the presence of an increased level of proteins, particularly proteins called acute phase reactants. The level of acute phase reactants such as C-reactive protein (CRP) and fibrinogen increases in the blood in response to inflammation.

Inflammation is part of the body's immune response. It can be acute, developing rapidly after trauma, injury or infection, for example, or can occur over an extended time (chronic) with conditions such as autoimmune diseases or cancer.

The ESR is not diagnostic; it is a non-specific test that may be elevated in a number of these different conditions. It provides general information about the presence or absence of an inflammatory condition.

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oh ok thank u for info x

[Purplelamp]

They have repeatedly been testing mine. I am due another test when I get back off hols. Then I see GP to discuss results. I think I have arthritis as he mentioned sending me to rhuematologist if its still elevated. Also have gallstones. Try not to worry as it could be nothing.

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thank you yes was something and nothing elevated bloods but nothing to be done as could be from anywhere in body i have multiple ostteo arthi joints psoriatic arth pbc and fibromyalgia plus 3auto immunes other than that im well opps forgot my arrythmia im just basically going thru the alphabet with my body lol thanks anyway hope u get onn ok yourself x