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Is an ESR reading of 46 Ok?

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lynne83812
lynne83812

Has anybody else had a reading like this and if so what was next?

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  • george16226
    george16226 lynne83812

    Posted

    ESR is a non-specific test,meaning it does not indicate a specific disease.The most common cause of elevated ESR is bacterial,inflammatory or infectious disease.Based only on ESR we can not conclude anything.Do oyu have any symptoms?Were other blood tests done?If yes can you write down the results?
    • lynne83812
      lynne83812 george16226

      Posted

      Hi just had a normal routine bloods done and my blood count was high but that's fixed and now it's an ESR that's highish and will get that redone tomorrow. I'm seeing the doctor and nurse tomorrow morning now. I'm just tired but feel fine apart from that.

    • george16226
      george16226 lynne83812

      Posted

      If your complete blood count results are normal,do not worry.ESR goes down quite slow,so it will take time.I dont see a reason to repeat the test if CBC was fine,but if your doctor wants it then do it.
    • lynne83812
      lynne83812 george16226

      Posted

      Well that's good. I feel quite positive now anyway. I had to do another blood test on Friday and get the results on the 15th. I don't think there's anything serious to worry about now. Thanks for the replies. Will update if there's anything wrong x

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