Investigations of high ESR of unknown aetiology
The investigation of a patient with a high ESR and no clear explanation should include the following:
- full blood count
- immunoglobulin electrophoresis
- urea and electrolytes
- creatinine
- radiography of the chest and abdomen
- biopsy (e.g. bone marrow, temporal artery) may be indicated
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