Why is ESR higher in females?
As compared to men, ESR is slightly higher in females especially during menstruation. Also, during pregnancy ESR remains constantly high for few females.
Last updated on 17 Jul 2023
The recommended tests are ESR and CRP. They help in detecting inflammations in the body.
It means that either one has inflammations or infections in the body. Consult with a doctor to know the root cause and investigate further.
A CRP test may be used to help find or monitor inflammation in acute or chronic conditions, including infections from bacteria or viruses.
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.
Yes, patients have high ESR during TB because of inflammatory cytokines released in the blood which can cause elevated levels of ESR.
HMG, CBC+ESR, Complete Hemogram Test
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