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HelpTest Code LAB2062 Sedimentation Rate, Whole Blood
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| ESR | LAB2062 | ESR |
Methodology
Quantitative capillary photometry
Results are recorded as mm/hour (Westergren method)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container: EDTA Lavender Whole Blood
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 500 uL (venous samples transferred to microtainer only)
Collection Instructions: Clotted, hemolyzed or capillary specimens are not acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 4 hours/Refrigerate 24 hours - Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
| Minnesota | North Dakota | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Ada Hospital | Fargo Hospital | Ashland Clinic |
| Deer River Hospital | Jamestown Clinic | Hayward Clinic |
| Ely Clinic | South University Clinic (Fargo) | Spooner Clinic |
| Fosston Hospital | St. Mary's Hospital - Superior | |
| Hibbing Clinic | ||
| Holy Trinity Hospital (Graceville) | ||
| International Falls Clinic | ||
| Moose Lake Hospital | ||
| Northern Pines (Aurora) | ||
| Park Rapids Clinic | ||
| Sandstone Hospital | ||
| SMDC Clinical Lab (Duluth) | ||
| St. Joseph's - Brainerd Clinic | ||
| St. Joseph's Medical Center (Brainerd) | ||
| St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Hospital | ||
| Virginia Hospital |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85652
Reference Values
Males: 0-20 mm/hr
Females: 0-25 mm/hr