ESR

What does "ESR" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

ESR stands for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate. It's a type of blood test that helps doctors understand how much inflammation is in your body. The test works by measuring how quickly red blood cells fall to the bottom of a test tube. The faster they fall, the more likely it is that there's inflammation in the body.

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