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- [n] microwave spectroscopy in which there is resonant absorption of radiation by a paramagnet
- [n] the rate at which red blood cells settle out in a tube of blood under standardized conditions; a high rate usually indicates the presence of inflammation
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ESR is a 3 letter word that starts with E. |
| | Synonyms: | | electron paramagnetic resonance, electron spin resonance, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, sed rate, sedimentation rate |
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| | See Also: | | microwave spectroscopy, rate |
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| | Definition: | | eric s. raymond |
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| | Definition: | | ESR is elevated in inflammation due to many clinical conditions such as tumor, infections, rheumatoid arthritis. As such, it is a non-specific test. However, it is useful for monitoring the progression of the disease. With more specific tests available, ESR is used less often now. |
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