Plasma viscosity vs ESR: understanding the differences in inflammatory disease testing
12 Oct 2026This application note compares plasma viscosity (PV) and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) testing, highlighting the fundamental differences between these commonly used markers of inflammation. Learn how PV measures changes in plasma proteins associated with infection, inflammation and tissue injury, while ESR is influenced by red blood cell characteristics and other physiological factors. Discover how variables such as anaemia, polycythaemia, red blood cell morphology, medications and lifestyle factors can affect ESR results, and why PV may offer a faster, more stable and less confounded alternative for disease diagnosis and monitoring.
Resource details:
Resource type: Application note
Page count: 1
Read time: 3 mins
Related products
Request Quote for All Products
BV1 Semi Automated Clinical Viscometer
Benson Viscometers LtdThe BV1 Semi-Automated Clinical Viscometer is designed for laboratories and research settings requiring reliable viscosity measurements from low to moderate sample volumes. The BV1 provides rapid, immediate results while requiring a small sample volume. Its intuitive, semi-automated operation and interactive user interface support efficient, consistent testing across a range of clinical and research applications.
BV200 Automated Clinical Viscometer
Benson Viscometers LtdThe BV200 Automated Clinical Viscometer is designed for laboratories and clinical settings requiring high-throughput, reliable plasma viscosity testing. Capable of processing up to 180 samples per load and delivering results in less than 1 minute, the BV200 enables efficient, automated testing with minimal hands-on time.