ERYTHROCYTE SEDIMENTATION RATE (ESR), BLOOD
ESR Stat Plus
	Test Performed At:
		St. Louis Children’s Hospital
	Specimen Required:
		Collect 1.0 mL (minimum 0.5 mL) of whole blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s) or purple-top (EDTA) microtainer.
	Laboratory Notes:
		DO NOT SPIN. Specimen must be analyzed within 4 hrs of collection at room temperature.
	Reference Values:
		0-20 mm/hour
	Day(s) Test Set Up:
		Monday - Sunday
	Cut- Off Time:
	Turn Around Time:
		Same day
	CPT Code:
		85652
	Care Manager Order Name:
		Erthrocyte Sedimentation Rate, Pediatrics ONCE RTN
	Cerner Order Name:
		ESR Ped

Last Updated 12/08