What does ESR 48 mean?
It means there is an active illness. Consult with a doctor to find out the core health problem
Last updated on 17 Jul 2023
It can be slightly raised if you have an active illness. Consult with a doctor to find out what is causing it.
An erythrocyte sedimentation rate checks for inflammations in the body. Inflammations can be due to injuries, infections or many conditions in the body. ESR test can also indicate certain cancers and blood disorders.
ESR and CRP levels can be reduced naturally by consuming meals prepared in olive oil and giving up on unhealthy habits such as smoking and heavy drinking. Additionally, yoga and cardio exercises have been very beneficial in lowering CRP as well as ESR levels.
ESR 40 and above might indicate mild health conditions. ESR above 100 can indicate serious illnesses such as arthritis and polymyalgia. Consult with a doctor to know the root cause.
ESR levels takes few weeks to return to normal.
HMG, CBC+ESR, Complete Hemogram Test
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