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Sedimentation Rate

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Sedimentation Rate Test

Description
The time needed by the red cells of a blood sample to settle down in a tube.
Testing moment
No fasting needed prior to blood sampling.
High values causes
  • Anemia
  • Certain cancers
  • Cirrhosis
  • Hypercholesterolemia
  • Bacterial or inflammatory diseases
  • Liver problems
  • Advanced age
  • Pregnancy
  • Menstruation
How to get tested

Contact us at 514 975-5226 for a blood test at home for the purpose of evaluating your sedimentation rate.

Perscription & Insurance

All our tests require a medical prescription recommended by any practicing doctor in the province of Quebec.

These prescriptions are necessary in order to proceed with either test and we urge that all medical requests originating from offices or clinics be duly identified.

All medical analysis requested by your doctor are reimbursed by a majority of private insurance companies!