In medicine, ESR stands for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate. Also known as a “sed rate,” this simple blood test measures how quickly red blood cells sink to the bottom of a test tube. A faster settling rate indicates underlying inflammation, infection, or autoimmune disorders in your body.
Depending on the specific context of your question, ESR can also stand for:
- Electron Spin Resonance: A spectroscopic technique used by chemists and physicists to study materials with unpaired electrons.
- Environmental and Social Responsibility: A framework businesses use to track and manage their impact on the environment and society.
