Translation guide
ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) is a medical blood test. In Japanese, it is almost always referred to by the English abbreviation or the full Japanese term.
Referring to the erythrocyte sedimentation rate blood test
The English abbreviation is widely used in Japanese medical contexts, often pronounced as イーエスアール.
Please check the ESR value.
The full Japanese term, used in formal medical documents or explanations.
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate is high.
A common abbreviation in Japanese, literally 'blood sedimentation'.
Let's do an ESR test.
In a clinical setting, 'ESR' (イーエスアール) is perfectly understood. For patient-facing explanations, '血沈' (けっちん) or the full term may be used.