Differences in erythrocyte sedimentation rates using a modified Westergren method and an alternate method

摘要

Worldwide laboratories have adopted the use of modified or alternate methods for measurement of the erythrocyte sedimentation rate ( ). The from Alcor Scientific is a novel, alternate method based on photometric aggregometry which offers improved operator safety and reduced analysis time. This study evaluated the diagnostic utility of the in a South African patient population with a range of inflammatory disorders.