SEDIMENTATION RATE (AUTOMATED)
| Synonyms: | ESR; Sed Rate |
| Computer Code: | (ASED) |
| Specimen Collection: | One 2 mL tubes blood (lavender top tube). |
| Minimum Volume: | 3 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Refrigerate. |
| Reference Values: | Male < 50 years: 0-14 mm/hr; Male ≥ 50 years: 0-19 mm/hr; Female < 50 years: 0-19 mm/hr; Female ≥ 50 years: 0-29 mm/hr |
| Lab Code: | Hematology |
| Requisition: | C/H |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 4 hrs |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 85652 |
| LCD or NCD: | LCD LCD LCD |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |