What is the purpose of the medical lab test called "sed rate?"

Answer by  cvrsbusy (53)

Sedimentation rate detects auto immune disorders like vasculitis, hidden infections, inflammation, Rate the RBC counts that is sedimented in the test tube. To continue further treatment initiative. If the test confirmed certain disease condition further Skin and biopsy may be done. Also if not confirmed no tests done further.

Answer by  Eugen (27)

Sed rate refers to a blood test meant to identify if there is inflammatory activity in the body. Such a test is generally meant to monitor an inflammatory disease.

Answer by  Jakecutter (1819)

A sed rate is also known as sedimentation rate. The basis of the test is to look for and find inflammatory activity in your bloodstream.