Do Tuberculosis patients have high ESR?

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Dr Hema Pratima

General Practitioner

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9+ Yrs

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Yes, patients have high ESR during TB because of inflammatory cytokines released in the blood which can cause elevated levels of ESR.

Dr. Hema Suggests...

Take a CARDIAC ENZYMES (CPK, CKMB, AST, LDH) Test or Take a Potassium Test Test

Book CARDIAC ENZYMES (CPK, CKMB, AST, LDH) Test Book Potassium Test Test

Answered 24/07/2025

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