ESR Pipette
An ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) pipette, also known as a Westergren pipette, is a specialized laboratory instrument used to measure the rate at which red blood cells settle in a vertical column of blood within a specified time frame. The ESR is an important diagnostic test that can indicate the presence of inflammation or certain medical conditions, such as infections, autoimmune disorders, or some cancers. The ESR pipette is a precision tool essential for conducting the Westergren method, a standard technique for measuring the erythrocyte sedimentation rate.
Description of ESR Pipette
- Tall, thin, and calibrated glass or plastic tube designed for accurate measurement of the ESR.
- Markings that indicate specific blood levels for erythrocyte sedimentation over a given time period.
- Section for blood collection at the bottom and a graduated scale to measure the rate of sedimentation.
- Suitable for blood samples mixed with an anticoagulant to prevent clotting during the test.
- Typically used in conjunction with Westergren methods for ESR measurement.
Use of ESR Pipette
- Conducting erythrocyte sedimentation rate tests to assess the presence of inflammation or infection.
- Monitoring disease progression or response to treatment in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
- Screening for specific blood disorders, anemia, autoimmune diseases, or certain cancers.
- Providing additional diagnostic insight in combination with other clinical assessments.
- Supporting healthcare professionals in identifying underlying health conditions affecting red blood cells.
- ESR pipettes are vital tools in clinical laboratories for assessing inflammatory processes, infections, or specific medical conditions through measurements of erythrocyte sedimentation rates. By accurately determining the rate at which red blood cells settle within a given period, ESR pipettes play a key role in diagnostic testing, patient monitoring, and disease management. The precise and calibrated design of ESR pipettes enables healthcare providers to obtain valuable information about a patient's health status and aid in the diagnosis or monitoring of various disorders or diseases.
Features of ESR Pipette
- ESR is a test for finding out the presence of inflammation or infection in the body.
- ESR Pipette is a tool used for ESR / Westergren
- Made of optically clean polystyrene material
- Uniformly graduated from 0-180 mm
- Comes with silicon plug on bottom of pipette and hydrophobic filter on the top of pipette to protect from hazardous aerosoles.
- Non-Sterile
- Closed System
- Single use
- Avoids mouth pipetting
- Highly accurate, reproducible, risk free, easy, efficient and safe
Material: Plastic
Ordering Information of ESR Pipette
| Ref No | Capacity | Type |
|---|---|---|
| LESR1 | 1 ml | Sterile |
Pack Size: 100 pieces
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