Test ‐1 analyzer and conventional Westergren method for erythrocyte sedimentation rate: A comparative study between two laboratories

ConclusionThe study showed that the role of the hospital and the capacity of testing are important in choosing the instrument for measuring ESR. Furthermore, the patient profile, especially malignancy possibility and Hct level, may be important for instrument selection.

Source: Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis - November 1, 2017 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Cigdem Sonmez, Ozlem Ceylan Dogan, Aysegul Ozturk Kaymak, Nedim Akkaya, Kadir Okhan Akin, Gulcan Guntas Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research