Sedimentation Rate Blood

A higher Sedimentation Rate typically suggests increased inflammation, indicating various conditions like infections, autoimmune diseases, or certain cancers.

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A blood sample is collected and placed in a tube. The rate at which the red blood cells fall and settle is millimeters per hour (mm/hr).

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Normal values vary by age and gender. Generally, for adults, normal rates are lower than 20 mm/hr for men and 30 mm/hr for women.

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