Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate— Normal Range & What Your Result Means

Inflammation

Normal Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate range (ESR, mm/hr)

  • Men0–15 mm/hr
  • Women0–20 mm/hr

Ranges are typical adult values and vary between labs. Use the range on your own report.

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What is Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)?

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate is measured as part of a cardiac panel. Your ESR is normal.

What does a high Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate mean?

Elevated ESR is a non-specific sign of inflammation or infection. It rises slowly and falls slowly — useful for tracking chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

Understand your whole report, not just one number

A single value rarely tells the full story — Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate is best read alongside the rest of your panel. Paste your values or upload your report and get a plain-English explanation of every marker, with the important results flagged.

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate: frequently asked questions

What is a normal Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate level?

A normal Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) level is 0–15 mm/hr for men, 0–20 mm/hr for women. Reference ranges vary slightly between laboratories, so always compare against the range printed on your own report.

What does a high Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate mean?

Elevated ESR is a non-specific sign of inflammation or infection. It rises slowly and falls slowly — useful for tracking chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

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