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Recent changes for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
1.5 mL
1 mL
0.5 mL
ESR tube
EDTAEDTA - Paediatric
Using the ESR tube :Transport specimen at Room Temperature to labSample haemolysis may make this test unreportable
Transport specimen at Room Temperature to labSample haemolysis may make this test unreportableSamples found to have clots cannot be tested
This tube consists of an inner vessel with an outer sleeve. The outer sleeve MUST remain in place as this is where sample identification (label or handwritten) will be placed.
Daily
If the ESR test is requested in conjunction with a FBE test request, a single EDTA tube may be shared. In these instances;
Minimum Adult Volume: 1.5 mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume: 1 mL
During normal pregnancy the ESR typically increases - contact the Haematopathologist for interpretation.
If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare. If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf
Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf
SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare
TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?
CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements
CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form
CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results
"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW
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